Child Welfare Services Technician

Position: Child Welfare Services Technician 1
Location: Danielsville

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Job Title:

Child Welfare Services Technician 1

Agency:
Family and Children Services, Division ofJob

Requisition :
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 Danielsville, Madison 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). THIS POSITION IS IN OFFICE.

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.

Core Competencies:

• Self-motivated and team player
• Excellent communication skills with diverse populations
• Community partner and families engagement

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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..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: hr helpline.gov. 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…