State Of Arizona Tucson , AZ 85704
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DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY
The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to successfully engage children and families to ensure safety, strengthen families, and achieve permanency. DCS has field office locations located throughout the state of Arizona, with its central office located in Downtown Phoenix. DCS employs over 2,800 employees who share the common vision of ensuring children thrive in family environments free from abuse and neglect.
ASSISTANT CASE MANAGER ("CASE AIDE")
JOB LOCATION:
VARIOUS TUCSON OFFICE LOCATIONS
POSTING DETAILS:
Salary: 17.34/hour
Grade: 14
WHO ARE WE?
At the Arizona Department of Child Safety ("DCS"), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day.
Becoming a Case Aide at DCS can be a life-changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and families, DCS is the place for you.
Together we can make a difference through service!
Candidates who are successfully employed as Case Aide for five (4) years will be eligible to apply for a promotional opportunity to a DCS Specialist Trainee Position ($21.70 hourly)
WHAT DOES A CASE AIDE DO?
A DCS Case Aide works in the field, in collaboration with the case management team, and provides a variety of services to families and children in various social service programs. A day in the life of a DCS Case Aide can look like:
Supervising visitation meetings among clients (parents and children)
Assisting DCS Case Managers with filing, disclosers, packets, case notes, etc.
Entering case notes into the computer-based Case Management System
Driving on state business to transport children to appointments, etc.
Assisting clients with application processes as needed
Participating in a variety of meetings and/or client hearings, as requested
Alternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends and holidays.
WHAT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES ARE HELPFUL (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
Computers and software (Microsoft Office Suite), mobile devices, digital calendars (Outlook) & video conferencing (Microsoft Teams).
Skill in:
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; general clerical functions such as, data entry and filling; verbal and written communication; eliciting and gathering information; modeling professional behavior with clients; time management and multi-tasking; and observation.
Ability to:
Gain knowledge on information regarding human and social services; understand and adhere to related State, Federal and local laws, as well as, DCS policies and procedures; comply with casework principles and practices; comprehend and follow moderately complex written and oral instructions; organize data in a logical and coherent manner; prepare written reports accurately in a prescribed format; actively listen and provide supportive attention to clients; acquire and renew CPR Certification.
WHAT IS REQUIRED TO BE A CASE AIDE?
High school diploma or GED
Valid issued driver's license.
Level one Fingerprint Clearance card
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
THE STATE OF ARIZONA HAS EXCELLENT BENEFITS AND PERKS! WE OFFER:
As an employee of the Department of Child Safety you will be entitled to a comprehensive benefits package that can become effective as soon as two weeks after starting!
Benefits include:
Paid sick leave.
Paid vacation that includes ten (10) holidays per year.
Competitive health and dental insurance plans.
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
We also offer optional employee benefits that include:
Vision coverage.
Short-term disability insurance.
Deferred compensation plans.
Supplemental life insurance.
Employee wellness plans
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Deferred compensation plans
Wellness incentive program
Employee discount program for higher education, products and services
Education Savings
Bi-Lingual Stipend
DCS offers a Bi-Lingual Stipend to all interested and eligible DCS Employees who successfully complete a language proficiency exam. Qualifying employees will receive a $500 annual stipend paid in equal increments.
If you're good at what you do, you can work anywhere. If you're the best at what you do, come work at DCS!
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
RETIREMENT:
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of state employment.
CONTACT US:
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-255-3141 or by email at ADA@AZDCS.GOV. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Should you have any further questions regarding the interview process you can reach out to a member of our recruitment team at 602-255-2903 or by email at recruiting@azdcs.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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