CASE MANAGER

CASE MANAGER - CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST

State of Arizona – Department of Child Safety (DCS). Join us in protecting children, reunifying families, and ensuring safe living environments throughout Arizona.

Apache Junction office servicing surrounding cities including Mesa, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Gold Canyon, East Mesa, and Payson.

Salary: 21.7068 (daily review, open until filled).

• Respond to reported allegations of child abuse and/or neglect
• Assess child safety and risk
• Conduct interviews and gather information
• Make in‑and‑out‑of‑home contacts with families and children
• Attend court hearings
• Prepare case plans and conduct case plan staffing
• Author professional reports and complete documentation
• Coordinate and monitor services
• Place children, transport children, and move a child’s possessions when needed
• Manage cases throughout the county and assigned area
• Use computer and the Department’s Child Welfare Software Programs

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; must provide transcripts.
• Credential evaluation for degrees earned outside the United States.
• Four years of experience as a Department of Child Safety Case Aide.
• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Valid driver’s license and requisite motor‑vehicle training; maintain acceptable driving record.
• Pass written exam, background investigation, Motor Vehicle Report check, and DCS Central Registry check.
• Completion of CPR certification at application.

Alternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

• Paid sick leave
• Paid annual leave
• Ten paid holidays per calendar year
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Arizona State Retirement System Savings (ASRS)
• Employee and dependent life insurance
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• Deferred compensation plans
• Wellness incentive program
• Employee discount program for higher education, products and services
• Education Savings – AZ529
• Employee Assistance Program

Bi‑Lingual Stipend: $500 annually, paid in equal increments upon successful completion of a language proficiency exam.

22‑week CORE training program at $22.59/hour, with increases for 1, 2, and 3 years of service.

Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation by calling 602‑255‑3141 or emailing ADA. For interview process questions, contact 602‑255‑2903 or recruiting.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.