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DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to successfully partner with families, caregivers, and the community to strengthen families, ensure safety, and achieve permanency for all Arizona’s children through prevention, services, and support.
CASE MANAGER-CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST Job location: 605 S 7th Street, Globe, AZ 85501
Salary: $21.70–68
Grade: 17; Open Until Filled; Applications Reviewed Daily
WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma.
Becoming a Child Safety Specialist can be a life‑changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and families, DCS is the place for you.
Together we can make a difference through service!
STEP INCREASES Child Safety Specialists are eligible for incremental pay increases as follows:
Upon successful completion of the Arizona Department of Child Safety, 22‑week CORE training program $22.59/hour
One year of Arizona Department of Child Safety Specialist service $24.11/hour
Two years of Arizona Department of Child Safety Specialist service $25.96/hour
Three years of Arizona Department of Child Safety Specialist service $27.66/hour
WHAT DOES A CASE MANAGER/CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST DO? A Child Safety Specialist offers valuable support and assistance to children and families in need. This role requires strong time management and critical thinking skills. A Child Safety Specialist assesses child safety and risk while working with families, agencies, and the courts for case planning. This is a fast‑paced environment, which requires organization, a high degree of expertise and skill in maintaining established quality and accuracy in work assignments.
Responding to reported allegations of child abuse and/or neglect
Assessing child safety and risk
Conducting interviews and gathering information
Making in‑and‑out of home contacts with families and children
Attending court hearings
Preparing case plans and conducting case plan staffing
Authoring professional reports and filling out documentation
Coordinating and monitoring services
Placing children, transporting children, and moving a child’s possessions when needed
Managing cases throughout the respective county and assigned area
Using a computer and the Department’s Child Welfare Software Programs
Alternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends and holidays.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge Of: Confidential principles; behavior modification, conflict resolution and counseling principles and techniques; intervention techniques; interviewing procedures; child development, family systems, family centered practice; behavioral indicators of mental health disturbance, impact of abuse and neglect, separation and loss issues, and child welfare practices. Computers and software (Microsoft Office Suite); mobile devices, digital calendars (Outlook) & video conferencing (Microsoft Teams).
Skill In: Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; verbal and written communication; eliciting and gathering information; modeling professional behavior with clients; time management and multi‑tasking; keen observation; sensitivity to needs, feelings and cultures; dealing calmly and effectively with high‑stress situations; adaptability; and making independent decisions.
Ability To: Complete work tasks thoroughly; lead, take responsibility; analyze information and use logic to address work‑related issues and problems; recognize and address substance abuse issues in adults and children and develop necessary intervention strategies; prepare detailed documentation of client and professional contact to ensure records are accurately conveyed and reported; enter, retrieve, and correct data in a computer‑based system; and acquire and renew CPR certification.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants must provide transcripts. Degrees from outside the U.S. require credential evaluation.
Four (4) years of experience as a Department of Child Safety Case Aide.
Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Operating a motor vehicle on State business requires a current, valid driver's license and completion of required training. Liability insurance may be required.
In‑person training in Midtown Phoenix during the first 22 weeks, with overnight stays every other week if necessary.
Pass written exam, background investigation, Motor Vehicle Report check and DCS Central Registry check.
Must pass E‑Verify.
BENEFITS
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 annual stipend paid in equal increments for employees who complete a language proficiency exam.
CONTACT Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting 602‑255‑3141 or emailing ADA@AZDCS.GOV. For questions regarding the interview process contact 602‑255‑2903 or recruiting@azdcs.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to successfully partner with families, caregivers, and the community to strengthen families, ensure safety, and achieve permanency for all Arizona’s children through prevention, services, and support.
CASE MANAGER-CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST Job location: 605 S 7th Street, Globe, AZ 85501
Salary: $21.70–68
Grade: 17; Open Until Filled; Applications Reviewed Daily
WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma.
Becoming a Child Safety Specialist can be a life‑changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and families, DCS is the place for you.
Together we can make a difference through service!
STEP INCREASES Child Safety Specialists are eligible for incremental pay increases as follows:
Upon successful completion of the Arizona Department of Child Safety, 22‑week CORE training program $22.59/hour
One year of Arizona Department of Child Safety Specialist service $24.11/hour
Two years of Arizona Department of Child Safety Specialist service $25.96/hour
Three years of Arizona Department of Child Safety Specialist service $27.66/hour
WHAT DOES A CASE MANAGER/CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST DO? A Child Safety Specialist offers valuable support and assistance to children and families in need. This role requires strong time management and critical thinking skills. A Child Safety Specialist assesses child safety and risk while working with families, agencies, and the courts for case planning. This is a fast‑paced environment, which requires organization, a high degree of expertise and skill in maintaining established quality and accuracy in work assignments.
Responding to reported allegations of child abuse and/or neglect
Assessing child safety and risk
Conducting interviews and gathering information
Making in‑and‑out of home contacts with families and children
Attending court hearings
Preparing case plans and conducting case plan staffing
Authoring professional reports and filling out documentation
Coordinating and monitoring services
Placing children, transporting children, and moving a child’s possessions when needed
Managing cases throughout the respective county and assigned area
Using a computer and the Department’s Child Welfare Software Programs
Alternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends and holidays.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge Of: Confidential principles; behavior modification, conflict resolution and counseling principles and techniques; intervention techniques; interviewing procedures; child development, family systems, family centered practice; behavioral indicators of mental health disturbance, impact of abuse and neglect, separation and loss issues, and child welfare practices. Computers and software (Microsoft Office Suite); mobile devices, digital calendars (Outlook) & video conferencing (Microsoft Teams).
Skill In: Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; verbal and written communication; eliciting and gathering information; modeling professional behavior with clients; time management and multi‑tasking; keen observation; sensitivity to needs, feelings and cultures; dealing calmly and effectively with high‑stress situations; adaptability; and making independent decisions.
Ability To: Complete work tasks thoroughly; lead, take responsibility; analyze information and use logic to address work‑related issues and problems; recognize and address substance abuse issues in adults and children and develop necessary intervention strategies; prepare detailed documentation of client and professional contact to ensure records are accurately conveyed and reported; enter, retrieve, and correct data in a computer‑based system; and acquire and renew CPR certification.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants must provide transcripts. Degrees from outside the U.S. require credential evaluation.
Four (4) years of experience as a Department of Child Safety Case Aide.
Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Operating a motor vehicle on State business requires a current, valid driver's license and completion of required training. Liability insurance may be required.
In‑person training in Midtown Phoenix during the first 22 weeks, with overnight stays every other week if necessary.
Pass written exam, background investigation, Motor Vehicle Report check and DCS Central Registry check.
Must pass E‑Verify.
BENEFITS
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 annual stipend paid in equal increments for employees who complete a language proficiency exam.
CONTACT Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting 602‑255‑3141 or emailing ADA@AZDCS.GOV. For questions regarding the interview process contact 602‑255‑2903 or recruiting@azdcs.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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