Child Welfare Services Case Manager 1 (CRRU)

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!  Job Title:   Child Welfare Services Case Manager 1 (CRRU) Agency: Family and Children Services, Division of Job Requisition ID: JR0000006148 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $47,083.51 Job Description: Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia.  The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults. Start your career in public service.  The DHS’ Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS), Child Welfare is seeking candidates to fill the position of Child Welfare Services Case Manager 1 , reporting to the Child Welfare Services Supervisor .  This position is in Kingsland, Camden County, Georgia.   What we offer.  Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan: 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position(s). JOIN OUR TEAM!!! Job Description: Under broad supervision, provides investigative and comprehensive case management for a caseload involving child/adult abuse or neglect. Makes immediate and follow-up actions for at risk clients in need of protective services and/or placement. May serve as lead worker. Roles and Responsibilities:   Initiates timely, face-to-face responses to screened-in reports of alleged child maltreatment and conducts assessments that identify and address safety concerns. Addresses identified safety concerns by immediately developing and implementing safety plans. Conducts diligent search efforts to locate the child/family when unable to make contact. Implement Solution Based Casework (SBC). Partners with children and parents in the development and utilization of the Family Functioning Agreement, Action Plan, and Family Plan to achieve desired individual and family-level outcomes. Completes genograms to identify available family support network. Collaborate with community partners to create systems of support for children and families. Ensures that frequency and quality of visits with children and families are adequate to ensure safety, permanency, and well-being. Identifies the physical, educational, and mental/behavioral…