CASE WORKER II

Company: State of South Carolina
Location: Aiken
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:

Salary: $38,985.00 - $72,134.00 Annually

Location : Aiken County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 170158

Agency: Department of Children's Advocacy

Division: Continuum of Care

Opening Date: 10/16/2024

Closing Date: 10/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.

Class Code:: GA15

Position Number:: 60006842

Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band: Band 5

Hiring Range - Min.: $43,500.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $49,646.00

Opening Date: 10/16/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Are you an experienced professional looking for new opportunities to further your career? The South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy is seeking a hardworking and dependable candidate just like you to apply! This position will offer great benefits with the state, including 15 days of annual and sick leave per year or more depending on applicable state service.

The Case Worker II will be under general supervision provides intensive high-fidelity Wraparound care coordination for families with children and adolescents with complex behavioral health needs; provides Intensive Care Coordination and facilitates team meetings in accordance with high-fidelity Wraparound principles. Adheres to all agency Security, Privacy and HIPAA policies.

Direct supervision with a level of responsibility requiring the use of good judgment and initiative to complete duties. Employee has some independence related to carrying out the everyday activities and duties of the position due to the frontline nature of the job. Works directly with youth, families, and formal/informal service providers.

• Provides intensive Wraparound care coordination to 10 children with complex emotional and behavioral needs and their families to ensure they receive all required formal and informal services from a continuum of services provided by a variety of public/private agencies, independent professionals, and natural supports available to the families. Available 24 hours to support families during times of crisis.
• Schedules and facilitates monthly Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings as defined by high fidelity Wraparound standards. Completes assessments with each youth/family assigned and completes assessments with youth/family on an ongoing basis to monitor youths' progress in care as outlined by agency standards. Intercedes and advocates on behalf of youth and families to ensure appropriate, timely and consistent services, including traveling to and participating in IEP meetings, etc.
• In accordance with high fidelity Wraparound standards and COC best practice standards, develops a strengths-based needs assessment/family story and family vision for each youth assigned. Monitors individual youth and family progress, CFT member assignments, and ensures the appropriateness and effectiveness of services to address the needs of the youth and family; facilitates the CFT in exploring changes and revisions to the plan of care as needed.
• Maintains current records on each youth documenting contacts, service activity and other required information within COC best practice standards and guidelines; manages administrative duties associated with operating an office as needed. Maintains minimum standard of productivity per month as established by COC.
• Develops creative approaches to provide necessary services to youth and families; designs and assists in the implementation of individualized services when more traditional services are not available or not appropriate; procures and/or requisitions services for youth within the guidelines of the state procurement code and COC regulations and with the CFT approval.
  
  Minimum and Additional Requirements
  
  A bachelor's degree and professional experience in human services or social services programs.
  
  Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to operate a personal computer and use various computer software to perform job functions.
  • Considerable knowledge of family systems theory, interviewing techniques and team building and facilitation skills.
  • Considerable knowledge of the fundamental types of behavioral health disorders in children and adolescents.
  • Ability to express and present plans effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to initiate and maintain effective relationships with youth, families and personnel from various agencies and external advocacy agencies.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Certification of a negative TB test is required prior to employment. Upon hiring, candidate must submit official college transcript or diploma for degree(s) obtained.
  • Must complete all required COC on the job training within specified timelines.
    
    Preferred Qualifications
    
    A bachelor's degree in a human service or social sciences related field and one year of experience with children with serious emotional or behavioral health challenges. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
    Additional Comments
    
    he Department of Children's Advocacy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
    
    Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
    
    Benefits for State Employees
    
    The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
    
    Insurance Benefits
    Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
    
    Retirement Benefits
    State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
    
    Workplace Benefits
    State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
    
    Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
    
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    Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
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      Do you have at least a bachelor's degree and professional experience in human services or social services programs?
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        Please briefly describe your experience as it relates to this position.
        
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        Do you possess a valid Class D driver's license, or if you do not already have one, do you have the ability to obtain a Class D driver's license?
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          Are you willing to complete routine driver duties?
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            Are you willing to travel for work and overnight when required?
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              Are you willing to obtain certification of a negative TB test prior to employment?
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                I understand that upon hiring, candidate must submit official college transcript or diploma for degree(s) obtained?
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                  How did you hear about this position?
                  • SC State Jobs Website - jobs.sc.gov
                  • Indeed.com
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                  • A current employee
                  • A former employee
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