Arizona Department of Child Safety
Case Manager – Child Safety Specialist
Job Location: Tucson, Arizona
Salary: $21,706.80
Grade: 17 – Open Until Filled – Applications Reviewed Daily
About the Agency The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) partners with families, caregivers, and the community to strengthen families, ensure safety, and achieve permanency for all Arizona’s children through prevention, services, and support.
Job Overview As a Child Safety Specialist, you will assess child safety and risk while working with families, agencies, and the courts for case planning. This fast‑paced role requires organization, critical thinking, and the ability to manage cases throughout the county and assigned area.
Responsibilities
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 fill out documentation
Coordinate and monitor services
Place children, transport children, and move a child’s possessions when needed
Manage cases throughout the respective county and assigned area
Use the Department’s Child Welfare Software Programs
Alternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends and holidays
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Four (4) years of experience as a Department of Child Safety Case Aide OR a combination of education and experience equivalent to a degree
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
Valid class‑appropriate driver’s license and required training for state business driving
Must pass a written exam, background investigation, Motor Vehicle Report check and DCS Central Registry check
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 annually paid in equal increments upon completion of a language proficiency exam
Additional Information Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Participation begins immediately if a prior member; otherwise after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602‑255‑3141 or by email at
ADA@AZDCS.GOV .
You can also reach our recruitment team at 602‑255‑2903 or
recruiting@azdcs.gov .
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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About the Agency The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) partners with families, caregivers, and the community to strengthen families, ensure safety, and achieve permanency for all Arizona’s children through prevention, services, and support.
Job Overview As a Child Safety Specialist, you will assess child safety and risk while working with families, agencies, and the courts for case planning. This fast‑paced role requires organization, critical thinking, and the ability to manage cases throughout the county and assigned area.
Responsibilities
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 fill out documentation
Coordinate and monitor services
Place children, transport children, and move a child’s possessions when needed
Manage cases throughout the respective county and assigned area
Use the Department’s Child Welfare Software Programs
Alternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends and holidays
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Four (4) years of experience as a Department of Child Safety Case Aide OR a combination of education and experience equivalent to a degree
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
Valid class‑appropriate driver’s license and required training for state business driving
Must pass a written exam, background investigation, Motor Vehicle Report check and DCS Central Registry check
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 annually paid in equal increments upon completion of a language proficiency exam
Additional Information Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Participation begins immediately if a prior member; otherwise after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602‑255‑3141 or by email at
ADA@AZDCS.GOV .
You can also reach our recruitment team at 602‑255‑2903 or
recruiting@azdcs.gov .
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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