Human Services Specialist II (Family Preservation Caseworker) / P61012645 Salary $26,988.00 - $49,932.00 Annually Location Chesterfield County, SC Job Type FTE - Full-Time Agency Department of Social Services Job Number 85051 (13A) (ES) Closing 1/9/2019 6:00 PM Eastern Residency Requirement No Class Code: GA40 Position Number: P61012645 Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Band Band 4 Hiring Range - Min. $34,733.00 Hiring Range - Max. $38,460.00 Opening Date 01/03/2019 EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures: All applicants must apply online. Correspondence from the Office of Recruitment Talent Management will be through electronic mail. Job Responsibilities Under limited supervision The Human Services Specialist II will perform specialized family preservation and case management in areas of child welfare services including but not limited to the areas of family preservation, assessment, foster care and intake services for children and families. The position serves as a specialist in Child Protective Services Assessment, Family Preservation, and Foster Care to plan an execute case work activities to facilitate safety, performance and well-being of children who have experienced abuse and/or neglect. Assess risk and manage safety threats to children to work toward positive permanency and well-being outcomes. Gather and assess information; monitor behavior change; conduct interviews; engage children and families in development of safety plans; access services; and ensure needed services are linked to care providers. Thoroughly and accurately document all information (CFASP, collateral, progress notes etc.), decisions, and actions taken in CAPSS and compile in case file. Conduct formal and informal assessments and utilize critical thinking skills to determine whether there are safety threats and/or the level of risk and whether the report consitutes child abuse or neglect under South Carolina Law. Identify child and family needs and refer families to appropriate services and resources. Prepare court documents; collaborate with Guardians Ad Litem, law enforcement and service providers; testify in court, and make required home visits/face to face contact with children, families and providers. Participate in supervision and legal consults. Maintain client and family rights to confidentiality in compliance with State and Federal laws. Adopt, implement and promote agency values and philosophy in the course of employment with the agency. Maintain CPS certification. Attend APS certification training. Attend all recommended supervisory/leadership trainings and meetings. Minimum and Additional 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 experience in a related field. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by the Division of State Human Resources. Preferred Qualifications Possess critical thinking skills to productive assess and work with a wide variety of people, to manage conflict and to advocate for children's needs. Working knowledge of child development, family dynamics, statutes and policies related to child welfare. Ability to collaborate with individuals, families and service agencies in the provision of services. Skills in assessment, strong written and oral communication, interpersonal relationships, collaboration, treatment planning. Additional Comments If you have any periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded. 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 and supportive demeanor. Must have ability to cope with stressful work situations, and life threatening situations. Must have a high tolerance for noise, irate clients, and crowded working conditions; and be able to travel within the state for the purpose of trainings and meetings, which will include overnight travel. If you certify on your application that you have an Bachelor's Degree or higher, you will be required to provide a certified official college transcript upon job offer. Failure to produce an official college transcript may result in termination. DIVISION : Child Welfare Services 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 , which includes prescription coverage and wellness 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 , including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the , which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for , 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? If yes, please explain. 02 I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your 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 substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. Employment application will be considered incomplete and not forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above. Yes No 03 I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official college transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the even I am offered a position with the Department of Social Services. Yes No 04 Do you have an Bachelor's Degree or higher? If so, name your major(s) and give the date(s) you received your degree(s)? 05 Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If (YES), please provide state agency. 06 How did you hear about this job? Twitter Facebook State Job Website Friend DSS HR Recruiter Other Required Question Agency State of South Carolina Agency Department of Social Services Address 1535 Confederate Avenue Extension Columbia, South Carolina, 29201 Phone 803-898-7315 ext. 2 The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.