TG CWS Case Manager Assistant / &

Salary : $35,000.00 - $39,207.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : Temporary Grant - Full-Time

Job Number : 173585

Agency : Department of Social Services

Division : Human Services

Opening Date : 02 / 13 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 19 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : GA13

Position Number : : 61058105,61014909,61058116,61015495 & 61055748

Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Band : Band 3

Hiring Range - Min. : $35,000.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $39,207.00

Opening Date : 02 / 13 / 2025

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

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

SPECIAL NOTICE : THIS IS A TEMPORARY-GRANT POSITION

Job Duties :

• The CWS Case Manager Assistant - RC provides daily assistance and support to include transportation and supervising youth experiencing placement instability in the areas of Foster Care, Adoption and Investigation. Transportation needs may include working outside of normal work hours.
• Collaborates with county and regional adoption staff to transport children experiencing placement instability to and from placement, medical appointments, school and supervising youth who are unable to attend school, activity center or without an identified placement overnight.
• Documents work activity in CAPSS system per policy guidance and informs youths case manager of information pertinent to meeting the needs of youth.
• Works collaboratively with child welfare staff in performing administrative tasks in accordance with DSS Policy, Agency Mission and GPS Practice Model to support, youth, families and other professional / agency partners. Tasks can include concerted efforts and family search and engagement.
• Completes all necessary training to include TCI, Awaken, Adolescent Brain Development, Youth Thrive, GPS and documentation.
• Authentically engages youth, families and other professionals with empathy and respect.
• Maintains an active routine of self-care and pursues support when necessary to minimize the threat of secondary trauma to physical and mental health.
• Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor. Performs shelter / emergency response duties when needed and as directed.
• Ensures that personal identifying information (PII) is properly used, accessed, gathered, shared and disposed. Protects the agency networks and applications by safeguarding systems, equipment and data.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A High School Diploma and three (3) years' work experience in clerical, administration, social work, correctional, business administration or general business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by the Division of State and Human Resources.

An Associate Degree and one (1) year experience in clerical, administration, social work, correctional, business administration or general business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by the Division of State and Human Resources.

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 and access to a motor vehicle; ability to access 4 / 5 drawer file cabinets and or various filing systems; ability to enter information into the computer; ability to left up to 30 lbs.; ability to access building and have a high tolerance for noise and irate customers, crowded working conditions, and ability to work after hours with limited notice.

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 : Human Services / Richland 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.

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?

Please provide the date of completion.

How many years of experience do you have working in social work, management, business administration, administrative services or public administration?

Required Question

Salary : $35,000 - $39,207