Child Welfare Services Technician 1

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Job Title: Child Welfare Services Technician 1Agency: Family and Children Services, Division ofJob Requisition ID: JR0000006031Shift: Day (United States of America)Compensation Details: $35,360.00 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 Technician 1, reporting to a Child Welfare Services Case Manager Supervisor. This position is in Newnan, Coweta County.

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).

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As a continuous recruitment posting, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Qualified applicants may be considered and hired as positions become available. We encourage interested applicants to apply even if there is not an immediate opening at the time of submission.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with community partners and stakeholders to obtain necessary documents for case files.
• Perform DNA collections to establish paternity of children involved with the agency.
• Assists with coordinating the needs of children in foster care.
• Manage and organize case files.
• Provide supervision for children in care as needed.
• Participate in agency meetings and trainings.
• Assists with special events such as Secret Santa.
• Utilize private vehicle for work-related travel and duties (including transportation of children).
• Embrace ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• Provide administrative support to social services case managers.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience:

• Prior experience working in a child welfare related field.
• Excellent Microsoft Word and Excel experience.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license for work-related travel.

Additional Information: For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services visit https://dhs.georgia.gov

Employment Information:

• DHS is an equal opportunity employer.
• Current state employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
• If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: [email protected].
• The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
• DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE).
• DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree(s), diploma, licensure, etc.
• As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience in a social services-related position. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.