State of Tennessee
Job Information
Opening Date/Time:
01/01/2026 12:00 AM Central Time
Closing Date/Time:
01/07/2026 11:59 PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly):
$5,844.00
Salary (Annually):
$70,128.00
Job Type:
Full-Time
City, State Location:
Dresden, TN
Department:
Children's Services
Position Location:
Department of Children's Services, Child & Family Management Division, Weakley County
Criminal Background Check:
Required. Applicants may need to provide information regarding criminal history.
Qualifications
Education and Experience (Option 1):
Master’s degree in Social Work or related behavioral science field with a child/family focus and at least three years of full-time professional child welfare case work, including social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination.
Education and Experience (Option 2):
Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of full-time professional child welfare case work, including the same types of responsibilities as above.
Special Qualifications:
At least 21 years of age on application date.
U.S. citizen.
Valid driver's license.
Good moral character.
Complete a criminal history disclosure form.
No felony convictions.
Agree to release records of criminal history.
Provide fingerprint sample.
Pass a pre‑employment drug screening test.
Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management supervisory work of average difficulty, performing related duties as required. It is the first full supervisory class in the DCS Case Manager job series. The incumbent supervises staff who provide case management services for children under state supervision, in state custody, or at risk of state custody, and their families. Unlike DCS Case Manager 3, whose role focuses on lead case management, and unlike DCS Team Coordinator, whose role manages operations and programs, this class focuses on supervising case managers.
Responsibilities
Assist case managers in determining abuse or neglect, risk assessment, safety planning, permanency decisions, and recommendation of termination of parental rights.
Assign cases through TFACTS, provide feedback and performance guidance, including professional development and corrective action.
Analyze data such as response times, overdue reports, team meetings, placement reports, and other metrics to track workforce outcomes.
Participate in multidisciplinary teams to obtain a comprehensive view of case decisions and interpret policies for staff, partners, and clients.
Guide subordinates on decision making, resource allocation, and outcomes, coaching them on family concerns and safety.
Conduct case conferences to provide guidance, feedback, direction, and next steps to promote client safety, permanency, and well‑being.
Monitor and review staff assessments to ensure quality case management, documenting discussions in EPBs and case conferences.
Track and report regional data to ensure state and federal compliance, ensuring accuracy of information for decision makers.
Work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and after hours; schedule appointments and transport children safely for meetings, visits, and placement preparation.
Communicate effectively with children, families, providers, coworkers, and supervisors; build trustful relationships and overcome barriers to permanency.
Collaborate with community service providers, law enforcement, and multi‑disciplinary teams; train foster, adoptive, and community parents.
Competencies
Decision Quality
Directs Work
Drives Results
Develops Talent
Communicates Effectively
Knowledge
Clerical
Customer and Personal Service
Personnel and Human Resources
Skills
Time Management
Active Learning and Listening
Complex Problem Solving
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Abilities
Written Comprehension
Deductive Reasoning
Inductive Reasoning
Tools & Equipment
Electronic devices
Computers
Motor vehicle
TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:
Valid driver's license.
For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must have no violations: DUI, reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, or more than four moving violations.
Please include driver license information under the Licenses and Certifications section of the application. Agencies may allow exceptions based on other factors.
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Opening Date/Time:
01/01/2026 12:00 AM Central Time
Closing Date/Time:
01/07/2026 11:59 PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly):
$5,844.00
Salary (Annually):
$70,128.00
Job Type:
Full-Time
City, State Location:
Dresden, TN
Department:
Children's Services
Position Location:
Department of Children's Services, Child & Family Management Division, Weakley County
Criminal Background Check:
Required. Applicants may need to provide information regarding criminal history.
Qualifications
Education and Experience (Option 1):
Master’s degree in Social Work or related behavioral science field with a child/family focus and at least three years of full-time professional child welfare case work, including social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination.
Education and Experience (Option 2):
Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of full-time professional child welfare case work, including the same types of responsibilities as above.
Special Qualifications:
At least 21 years of age on application date.
U.S. citizen.
Valid driver's license.
Good moral character.
Complete a criminal history disclosure form.
No felony convictions.
Agree to release records of criminal history.
Provide fingerprint sample.
Pass a pre‑employment drug screening test.
Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management supervisory work of average difficulty, performing related duties as required. It is the first full supervisory class in the DCS Case Manager job series. The incumbent supervises staff who provide case management services for children under state supervision, in state custody, or at risk of state custody, and their families. Unlike DCS Case Manager 3, whose role focuses on lead case management, and unlike DCS Team Coordinator, whose role manages operations and programs, this class focuses on supervising case managers.
Responsibilities
Assist case managers in determining abuse or neglect, risk assessment, safety planning, permanency decisions, and recommendation of termination of parental rights.
Assign cases through TFACTS, provide feedback and performance guidance, including professional development and corrective action.
Analyze data such as response times, overdue reports, team meetings, placement reports, and other metrics to track workforce outcomes.
Participate in multidisciplinary teams to obtain a comprehensive view of case decisions and interpret policies for staff, partners, and clients.
Guide subordinates on decision making, resource allocation, and outcomes, coaching them on family concerns and safety.
Conduct case conferences to provide guidance, feedback, direction, and next steps to promote client safety, permanency, and well‑being.
Monitor and review staff assessments to ensure quality case management, documenting discussions in EPBs and case conferences.
Track and report regional data to ensure state and federal compliance, ensuring accuracy of information for decision makers.
Work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and after hours; schedule appointments and transport children safely for meetings, visits, and placement preparation.
Communicate effectively with children, families, providers, coworkers, and supervisors; build trustful relationships and overcome barriers to permanency.
Collaborate with community service providers, law enforcement, and multi‑disciplinary teams; train foster, adoptive, and community parents.
Competencies
Decision Quality
Directs Work
Drives Results
Develops Talent
Communicates Effectively
Knowledge
Clerical
Customer and Personal Service
Personnel and Human Resources
Skills
Time Management
Active Learning and Listening
Complex Problem Solving
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Abilities
Written Comprehension
Deductive Reasoning
Inductive Reasoning
Tools & Equipment
Electronic devices
Computers
Motor vehicle
TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:
Valid driver's license.
For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must have no violations: DUI, reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, or more than four moving violations.
Please include driver license information under the Licenses and Certifications section of the application. Agencies may allow exceptions based on other factors.
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