ASSISTANT CASE MANAGER-CASE AIDE

<div> <h1><span>DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY</span></h1> <h2><span><em><span>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.</span></em></span></h2> </div> <p align="center"><span><strong>We’re Hiring!</strong></span></p> <p align="center"><span><strong>ASSISTANT CASE MANAGER - CASE AIDE</strong></span></p> <p align="center"><strong> </strong></p> <p align="center"><strong>Avondale, Glendale, Peoria &amp; Phoenix</strong></p> <p align="center"><a href="https://dcs.az.gov/careers"><em>https://dcs.az.gov/careers</em></a></p> <p align="center"><em> </em></p> <p align="center"><strong>Salary:</strong> $17.34/hourly</p> <p align="center"><strong>Requisition Closing Date:</strong> Open Until Filled; Applications Reviewed Daily</p> <p align="center"><strong> </strong></p> <p align="center"><span><strong>Make An Impact With DCS</strong></span></p> <p align="center">At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "Compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work diligently to protect and support the safety, well-being, and future of vulnerable children and families across the state.  DCS is proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and the work we do each day to build a safer, more compassionate and more resilient Arizona.</p> <p><span><strong>Why DCS?</strong></span></p> <p>Working for DCS is more than a just a job – it’s a mission-driven career that offers purpose, growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference.   You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about child welfare and committed to serving with integrity, compassion, and accountability.  A career with DCS is an opportunity to give back to your community and help shape a brighter future for Arizona’s children and families.</p> <p>If you're passionate about working with children and families, becoming a Case Aide at DCS can be a life-changing experience. After four years of successful service, you’ll also be eligible for promotion to the DCS Specialist Trainee position ($21.70/hour).</p> <p><span><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></span></p> <p>As an<strong> Assistant Case Manager – Case Aide</strong>, you’ll:</p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Support children and families under the direction of a Case Manager</li> <li>Provide direct services in Department of Child Safety programs</li> <li>Transport clients and ensure proper use of child safety seats</li> <li>Schedule appointments and coordinate services</li> <li>Supervise parent-child visits</li> <li>Refer clients to community resources</li> <li>Attend court hearings and required meetings</li> <li>Document client interactions and activities</li> <li>Provide general case management and clerical support</li> </ul> <p>You may also be required to work outside of regular hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.</p> <p><span><strong>We’re Looking For Someone Who Can: </strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Build and maintain trusting, professional relationships with children, parents, caregivers, and multidisciplinary team members</li> <li>Demonstrate compassionate communication and active listening when supporting families during sensitive situations</li> <li>Use attention to detail when completing clerical tasks such as data entry, file maintenance, and document preparation</li> <li>Collaborate effectively with case managers, supervisors, and service providers as part of a team-centered approach</li> <li>Utilize Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and mobile technology to communicate, schedule, and document work</li> <li>Safely transport children to appointments while maintaining compliance with driving and safety requirements</li> </ul> <p><span><strong>What We Need From You (Required Qualifications)</strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>High School Diploma or GED.</li> <li>Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory 39 month driving record</li> <li>The ability to obtain and maintain a valid Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card</li> <li>Work history, Central Registry and Public Record will be considered</li> </ul> <p><span><span><em>This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, and the following requirements apply: <a href="https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Driver’s License Requirements.</a></em><br/></span></span></p> <p><em><span><span>All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).</span></span></em></p> <p><span><strong> </strong><strong>Knowledge Areas That Support