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State of Arizona

ASSISTANT CASE MANAGER-CASE AIDE

State of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718

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Base Pay Range $17.34/hr

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.

Job Location Various Tucson office locations and Yuma office location.

Posting Details Salary: $17.34/hr Grade: 14

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. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us.

Becoming a Case Aide at DCS 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!

Candidates who are successfully employed as Case Aide for four (4) years will be eligible to apply for a promotional opportunity to a DCS Specialist Trainee Position ($21.70 hourly).

What does a Case Aide do?

Supervising visitation meetings among clients (parents and children)

Assisting DCS Case Managers with filing, disclosers, packets, case notes, etc.

Entering case notes into the computer-based Case Management System

Driving on state business to transport children to appointments, etc.

Assisting clients with application processes as needed

Participating in a variety of meetings and/or client hearings, as requested

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

What Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Are Helpful (KSAs) Knowledge of:

Computers and software (Microsoft Office Suite), mobile devices, digital calendars (Outlook) & video conferencing (Microsoft Teams).

Skills in:

Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; general clerical functions such as data entry and filing; verbal and written communication; eliciting and gathering information; modeling professional behavior with clients; time management and multi-tasking; and observation.

Abilities to:

Gain knowledge on information regarding human and social services; understand and adhere to related State, Federal and local laws, as well as DCS policies and procedures; comply with casework principles and practices; comprehend and follow moderately complex written and oral instructions; organize data in a logical and coherent manner; prepare written reports accurately in a prescribed format; actively listen and provide supportive attention to clients; acquire and renew CPR certification.

What Is Required to Be a Case Aide?

High school diploma or GED

Valid issued driver's license

Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks.

Selected candidates must be able to pass a written exam, background investigation, Motor Vehicle Report check and DCS Central Registry check.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona Has Excellent Benefits and Perks! We Offer:

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation that includes ten (10) holidays per year

Competitive health and dental insurance plans

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Optional Employee Benefits

Vision coverage

Short-term disability insurance

Deferred compensation plans

Supplemental life insurance

Employee wellness plans

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 DCS offers a Bi‑Lingual Stipend to all interested and eligible DCS Employees who successfully complete a language proficiency exam. Qualifying employees will receive a $500 annual stipend paid in equal increments.

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. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Should you have any further questions regarding the interview process you can reach out to a member of our recruitment team at 602-255-2903 or by email at recruiting@azdcs.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

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