What are the responsibilities and job description for the Low Country CWS Case Manager TSS position at State of South Carolina?
Salary : $44,825.00 - $60,471.00 Annually
Location : Statewide, SC
Job Type : FTE - Full-Time
Job Number : 170592
Agency : Department of Social Services
Division : Child Health and Well-Being
Opening Date : 11 / 01 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
Class Code : : GA14
Position Number : : 61143629, 61143631
Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)
Pay Band : Band 4
Hiring Range - Min. : $44,825.00
Hiring Range - Max. : $60,471.00
Opening Date : 11 / 01 / 2024
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
- Multiple Positions Available in Low Country Region
- Allendale, Beaufort, Berkeley, Calhoun, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton, Jasper, Orangeburg)
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!
Job Duties :
CWS Case Manager TSS performs case management duties for current and former foster young adults (ages 18-21) in the Extension of Foster Care (EFC) Program under the Transition Services and Support Division of Child Welfare Operations in accordance with DSS Policy, Mission and GPS Practice Model. TSS utilizes adolescent and emerging adult development teaming approach, the impact of trauma, and methods / strategies to support young adult's capacity to thrive and to provide a continuum of care in the areas of life skills development, self-sufficiency, stability, safety, permanency, and well-being. CWS Case Manager TSS will serve as a Coach, Networker, and Advocate for young adults. CWS Case Manager TSS will partner with young adults utilizing an Adolescent Teaming Approach where young people are centered and supported as they prepare for their transition to adulthood. Performs on-call duties.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A Master's Degree and one (1) years of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative, management, or other relevant program experience.
A Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative, management, or other relevant program experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefer child welfare experience.
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 have a valid driver's license, with access to a personal vehicle, and be able and willing to drive and transport children and adults. Must be able to lift children and to interact with adults and children in a positive and supportive demeanor. Must have the ability to cope with stressful work and life-threatening situations.
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 Health and Well-Being / Richland County
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 $44,825 during initial certification, depending on education level and degree type, with up-front starting salary supplements of 2.5% ($45,947) and 5% ($47,065) for candidates holding a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree, and 10% ($49,307) 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 $51,807, $53,103 or $54,314 depending on degree type), and $56,986 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.
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.
Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If yes, please explain.
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 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.
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.
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.
If you selected "Yes" that you are a veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?
Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, please provide the state agency / agencies.
How did you hear about this job opportunity?
If you selected "Other" or "DSS Employee" in the previous question, please list the source below.
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
How many years of professional experience do you have in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative, management, or other relevant program experience?
Required Question
Salary : $44,825 - $60,471
