Child Welfare Services Case Manager Supervisor

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.

What we offer: Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan, 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.

Start your career in public service: The Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is seeking candidates for the position of Child Welfare Services Case Manager Supervisor
. This position is located at the DFCS office in Covington, Newton County, Georgia.

Newton County | Division of Family & Children Services | Georgia Department of Human Services

Pay Grade: L. This position has a designated non‑negotiable entry salary.

• Supervise and plan work of assigned staff
• Act as a job expert or organizational resource in assigned areas
• Access and record client and community resource information
• Collect evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare necessary reports in accordance with rules, regulations, state and federal laws
• Compile records and prepare reports; perform follow‑up to determine the status of client’s case
• Conduct home‑visit evaluations for information gathering to be used in assessments
• Coordinate and monitor children in out‑of‑home placements and in‑home interventions
• Coordinate and monitor services, including comprehensive tracking of client activities
• Develop case plans that effectively utilize community resources to meet the needs of individual custodial clients
• Identify placement resources for children within the foster care system
• Initiate the legal process for guardianship, protective services, placement and/or adoption
• Maintain required documentation and complete reports
• Make immediate assessments regarding safety of clients and respond according to established protocol and policies
• Perform initial investigations of protective services referrals to determine the appropriateness of protective services intervention
• Work in collaboration with the legal system to ensure safety and achieve desired outcomes
• Review, approve/disapprove, or render decisions on casework performed by staff

• Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of job‑related case management experience
• OR one (1) year of experience at the lower level Child Welfare Services Case Manager 3 (SSP
  072) or an equivalent position
• Behavioral Science coursework (e.g., social science, psychology, sociology, child development, family studies, criminal justice, education, public health, public administration, nursing)
• Case Management experience, including assessments, home evaluations, staffing, working with individuals, families, groups, organizations, or communication of goals of behavioral changes, child safety or child welfare; law enforcement experience in areas related to DFCS (family/domestic violence, investigations or interventions involving children, substance abuse, or crimes against persons)

• Must have reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, a valid state‑issued driver’s license, an acceptable driving history record, and the ability to travel statewide

Current state employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) rules regarding salary.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hr helpline.gov.

Selected candidates may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.

DHS accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the U.S.…