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Location :Dorchester County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 159097
Agency: Department of Social Services
Division: County Office-Dorchester
Opening Date: 12/12/2023
Closing Date: 12/29/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: GA14
Position Number::CWS Case Manager / Dorchester CountyHiring Blitz - January 9, 2023
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Band 4
Hiring Range - Min.: $43,700.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $58,393.00
Opening Date: 12/11/2023
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
CWS Case Manager / Dorchester CountyHiring Blitz- Tuesday, January 9, 2023
9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.
(ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)
Multiple Positions Available
Interviews will be held during this in-person event.
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the SC Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you!
We're looking for an enthusiastic Child Welfare Services Case Manager. Case Managers are critically important to our mission to serve South Carolina by promoting the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and vulnerable adults; helping individuals achieve stability and strengthening families. We work to achieve our goals through courage, compassion, and competence, and in all circumstances, we maintain clients' and families' right to confidentiality in compliance with Federal and State laws.
Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigations Case Manager:The CPS Assessment Case Manager serves as a specialist who assesses risk and safety threats to children who may have experienced abuse and/or neglect. CPS Assessment Case Managers gather information, conduct interviews, and personally engage children and families in the development of safety plans and access to services. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, thoroughly documenting case files, participating in supervision and legal consults, collaboration with providers, and preparation of and participation in court proceedings.
Family Preservation Case Manager:The Family Preservation Case Manager serves as a specialist to plan and execute case management activities that ensure the safety, permanence, and well-being of children who have experienced abuse and/or neglect. Responsibilities of Case Managers in this division include, but are not limited to, personally engaging children and their families in the development of plans and collaboration of access to services and providers, thorough documentation of case management, preparation of and participation in court proceedings, and participation in other related activities as necessary.
Foster Care Case Manager:Foster Care Case Managers are specialists who assess risk and manage safety threats to ensure the safety, permanence, and well-being of children who are in the custody of the Department of Social Services. Responsibilities of Case Managers in this division include, but are not limited to, personally engaging children and families in the development of plans and collaboration of access to services and providers; thorough documentation of case management; preparation of and participation in court proceedings; and participation in other related activities as necessary.
Will be required to perform Red Cross shelter/emergency response duties as directed.
Interviews will be held during this in-person event.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Agency Requirements:
A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science or Social Science.
A Bachelor's Degree in any other field and one (1) year of professional experience in related field.
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a Social Work or Social Welfare program accredited by the Council on accredited institution, plus experience as a professional Social Worker.
Interviews will be held during this in-person event.
Preferred Qualifications
*Important Salary Information*
With the recent implementation of the Child Welfare salary plan funded by the General Assembly beginning in July 2021, front line Case Managers and team leaders (supervisors) will not only earn higher starting salaries when joining DSS than in previous years, but will also enjoy supplements to their starting salaries upon completion of training and competencies, attainment of BSW/MSW degrees for front line Case Managers, annual increases for years of continuous service, and salary increases upon attainment of established competencies/certifications for moving into Level 2 and Level 3 salaries.
New Child Welfare Case Managers will earn a starting salary of at least $43,700 during initial certification, depending on education level and degree type, with up-front starting salary supplements of 2.5% ($44,792) and 5% ($45,885) for candidates holding a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree, and 10% ($48,070) for team leaders (supervisors), respectively. Following completion of training certification, assignment of caseloads with one year of completed experience, quarterly adjustments will be made to move successful trainees into the Level 1 salary bracket and will receive at least a 15% salary increase (adjusting their salary to $50,225, $51,510 or $52,769 depending on degree type), and $55,280 for team leaders (supervisors) at that time.
Annual salary increases of up to 0.50% per year will be awarded on a quarterly basis for each consecutive year a Level 1 Case Manager remains in his/her class/position.
In January of 2022, DSS rolled out additional opportunities for Case Managers to progress from Level 1 to Levels 2 and 3, with increases in salary averaging 2.5% for each increase in the Case Manager's level of expertise under the salary plan. Level 2 and 3 child welfare staff will also see accelerated annual increases of 1% to 1.5% per year awarded for each continuous year served in his/her class/position. Progression from Level 1 to Levels 2 and 3 requires completion of specified requirements in the Advancement Pathway which include additional training, skill development, and practice model aligned competencies that increase in complexity as the career path progresses. Case reviews, data compliance reviews, field observations and employee self-assessments are used by supervisors to evaluate eligible employees' demonstration of competencies and skills prior to approval to advance to the subsequent level.
Additional Comments
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must possess a valid driver's license, be able and willing to drive and to transport children and adults; must be able to lift children and to interact with children and adults in a positive manner. May require overtime hours to include weekends and work during natural disaster or deployment of staff in State issued emergency responses.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:
DIVISION: Child Welfare Services / Dorchester County
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? Yes or No? If yes, please explain.
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I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are any periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application may be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.
03
I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available DSS positions, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if selected for the position.
04
I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official college transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the event I am offered a position with the Department of Social Services.
05
If you selected "Yes" that you are a Veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?
06
I understand this event will be held in-person Tuesday January 9, 2023, at 9:30AM and will be able to attend.
07
Please indicate your education level:
08
Please provide your major and date of completion.
09
Please select your academic status below:
10
Have you completed an internship with Child Welfare Services at SC DSS?
11
Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If (YES), please provide state agency.
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How did you hear about this job opportunity?
Required Question
Location :Dorchester County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 159097
Agency: Department of Social Services
Division: County Office-Dorchester
Opening Date: 12/12/2023
Closing Date: 12/29/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: GA14
Position Number::CWS Case Manager / Dorchester CountyHiring Blitz - January 9, 2023
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Band 4
Hiring Range - Min.: $43,700.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $58,393.00
Opening Date: 12/11/2023
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
CWS Case Manager / Dorchester CountyHiring Blitz- Tuesday, January 9, 2023
9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.
(ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)
Multiple Positions Available
Interviews will be held during this in-person event.
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the SC Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you!
We're looking for an enthusiastic Child Welfare Services Case Manager. Case Managers are critically important to our mission to serve South Carolina by promoting the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and vulnerable adults; helping individuals achieve stability and strengthening families. We work to achieve our goals through courage, compassion, and competence, and in all circumstances, we maintain clients' and families' right to confidentiality in compliance with Federal and State laws.
Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigations Case Manager:The CPS Assessment Case Manager serves as a specialist who assesses risk and safety threats to children who may have experienced abuse and/or neglect. CPS Assessment Case Managers gather information, conduct interviews, and personally engage children and families in the development of safety plans and access to services. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, thoroughly documenting case files, participating in supervision and legal consults, collaboration with providers, and preparation of and participation in court proceedings.
Family Preservation Case Manager:The Family Preservation Case Manager serves as a specialist to plan and execute case management activities that ensure the safety, permanence, and well-being of children who have experienced abuse and/or neglect. Responsibilities of Case Managers in this division include, but are not limited to, personally engaging children and their families in the development of plans and collaboration of access to services and providers, thorough documentation of case management, preparation of and participation in court proceedings, and participation in other related activities as necessary.
Foster Care Case Manager:Foster Care Case Managers are specialists who assess risk and manage safety threats to ensure the safety, permanence, and well-being of children who are in the custody of the Department of Social Services. Responsibilities of Case Managers in this division include, but are not limited to, personally engaging children and families in the development of plans and collaboration of access to services and providers; thorough documentation of case management; preparation of and participation in court proceedings; and participation in other related activities as necessary.
Will be required to perform Red Cross shelter/emergency response duties as directed.
Interviews will be held during this in-person event.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Agency Requirements:
A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science or Social Science.
A Bachelor's Degree in any other field and one (1) year of professional experience in related field.
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a Social Work or Social Welfare program accredited by the Council on accredited institution, plus experience as a professional Social Worker.
Interviews will be held during this in-person event.
Preferred Qualifications
*Important Salary Information*
With the recent implementation of the Child Welfare salary plan funded by the General Assembly beginning in July 2021, front line Case Managers and team leaders (supervisors) will not only earn higher starting salaries when joining DSS than in previous years, but will also enjoy supplements to their starting salaries upon completion of training and competencies, attainment of BSW/MSW degrees for front line Case Managers, annual increases for years of continuous service, and salary increases upon attainment of established competencies/certifications for moving into Level 2 and Level 3 salaries.
New Child Welfare Case Managers will earn a starting salary of at least $43,700 during initial certification, depending on education level and degree type, with up-front starting salary supplements of 2.5% ($44,792) and 5% ($45,885) for candidates holding a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree, and 10% ($48,070) for team leaders (supervisors), respectively. Following completion of training certification, assignment of caseloads with one year of completed experience, quarterly adjustments will be made to move successful trainees into the Level 1 salary bracket and will receive at least a 15% salary increase (adjusting their salary to $50,225, $51,510 or $52,769 depending on degree type), and $55,280 for team leaders (supervisors) at that time.
Annual salary increases of up to 0.50% per year will be awarded on a quarterly basis for each consecutive year a Level 1 Case Manager remains in his/her class/position.
In January of 2022, DSS rolled out additional opportunities for Case Managers to progress from Level 1 to Levels 2 and 3, with increases in salary averaging 2.5% for each increase in the Case Manager's level of expertise under the salary plan. Level 2 and 3 child welfare staff will also see accelerated annual increases of 1% to 1.5% per year awarded for each continuous year served in his/her class/position. Progression from Level 1 to Levels 2 and 3 requires completion of specified requirements in the Advancement Pathway which include additional training, skill development, and practice model aligned competencies that increase in complexity as the career path progresses. Case reviews, data compliance reviews, field observations and employee self-assessments are used by supervisors to evaluate eligible employees' demonstration of competencies and skills prior to approval to advance to the subsequent level.
Additional Comments
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must possess a valid driver's license, be able and willing to drive and to transport children and adults; must be able to lift children and to interact with children and adults in a positive manner. May require overtime hours to include weekends and work during natural disaster or deployment of staff in State issued emergency responses.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vison, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
DIVISION: Child Welfare Services / Dorchester County
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? Yes or No? If yes, please explain.
02
I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are any periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application may be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.
- Yes
- No
03
I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available DSS positions, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if selected for the position.
- Yes
- No
04
I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official college transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the event I am offered a position with the Department of Social Services.
- Yes
- No
05
If you selected "Yes" that you are a Veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?
- Yes
- No
06
I understand this event will be held in-person Tuesday January 9, 2023, at 9:30AM and will be able to attend.
- Yes
- No
07
Please indicate your education level:
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctorate
08
Please provide your major and date of completion.
09
Please select your academic status below:
- I currently have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or Social Science.
- I will complete my Bachelor's degree within the next 30 days.
- A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a Social work or Social Welfare program accredited by the Council on accredited institution, plus experience as a professional Social Worker.
- None of the above
10
Have you completed an internship with Child Welfare Services at SC DSS?
- Yes
- No
11
Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If (YES), please provide state agency.
12
How did you hear about this job opportunity?
- State Career Website
- Friend
- DSS HR Recruiter or employee
- Radio/TV/Billboard Ad
- Other
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