CWS Case Manager - TSS / 61129957
State of South Carolina, Caldwell Village, SC, United States
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.
Job Duties
The CWS Case Manager - Transition Youth Advocate performs case manager duties for current and former foster young adults (ages 18-21) in the Extension of Foster Care (EFC) Program under the Transition Services and Support Division of Child Welfare Operations in accordance with DSS Policy, Mission and GPS Practice Model. TSS utilizes adolescent and emerging adult development teaming approach, the impact of trauma, and methods/strategies to support young adult’s capacity to thrive and to provide a continuum of care in the areas of life skills development, self-sufficiency, stability, safety, permanency, and well-being. Case Managers will serve as a Coach, Advocate, and Networker for young adults. Case Manager will partner with young adults utilizing an Adolescent Teaming Approach where young people are centered and supported as they prepare for their transition to adulthood. Performs on‑call duties.
Performs case management (ie, contacts, case planning, service navigation) for young adults to ensure continued growth, stability & safety, permanency, and well-being. Authentically engages with empathy and respect; and provides ongoing assistance, training and transition support to young adults that choose to enroll in EFC. Performs high‑level engagement and maintains minimum of monthly face‑to‑face contact, frequent virtual contact, and adjusts accordingly based on the needs of the young adult. Ensures all case management activities are documented in CAPSS system according to quality standards and time frames established by DSS policy. Performs on‑call duties.
Completes, reviews, and updates all assessment tools, including the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) according to time frames established by DSS Policy. Utilizes the CANS to collaboratively develop an individualized and strength‑based transition plan in partnership with the young adult and make timely service referrals. Partners effectively with young people to support the transition from foster care to adulthood in developmentally appropriate and identifying affirming ways. Provides a process that integrates the young adults’ interests and ensures their goals are prioritized. Provides learning opportunities and experiences, and encourages the young adult to reflect, review, adapt and readjust based on their approach and outcomes toward self‑sufficiency progression.
Provides Service Navigation by timely identifying essential community resources, assists with referral or application processes. Regularly assesses appropriate support resources based on the young adult’s assessment, plan, and needs. Follows up with received services, and ensures connection is solidified to those services and community network.
Utilizes family search and engagement strategies and tools to help the young adult navigate building lifelong connections to family and community. Employs tools and strategies focused on early and ongoing identification and engagement of relationships that matter to the young adult. Makes concerted efforts to locate and engage absent parents, relatives and fictive kin who can serve as resources for safety planning, placement, and support.
Ensures that the young adult and other team members are prepared for the Young Adult Transitional Teaming (YATT) to support the continued development or update of a Transition and Permanency Plan to assess progress toward goals and shall present next steps and recommendations to all teaming participants and the Family Court.
Collaborates closely with legal to ensure federal compliance of EFC enrollment and Title IVE eligibility, six‑month administrative case reviews, and annual permanency hearings. Adheres to court orders, submits court packets timely, prepares young adult for court participation, and participates in legal proceedings.
Maintains child welfare certification. Completes 20 hours of training yearly to include certifications that are required yearly. Completes all required trainings assigned by HR, Staff Development & Training, and supervisor, including adolescent training track for professional development of this role.
Maintains an active routine of self‑care and pursues support when necessary to minimize the threat of secondary trauma to physical and mental health.
Ensures personal identifying information (PII) is properly used, accessed, gathered, shared and disposed. Protects the agency networks and applications by safeguarding systems, equipment and data.
Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duties/services as directed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative management, or relevant program experience. Prefer child welfare experience.
A Master's Degree and one (1) year of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative management, or relevant program experience.
Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual vacation leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Division
CWS - Transition Services / Andedrson County
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Job Duties
The CWS Case Manager - Transition Youth Advocate performs case manager duties for current and former foster young adults (ages 18-21) in the Extension of Foster Care (EFC) Program under the Transition Services and Support Division of Child Welfare Operations in accordance with DSS Policy, Mission and GPS Practice Model. TSS utilizes adolescent and emerging adult development teaming approach, the impact of trauma, and methods/strategies to support young adult’s capacity to thrive and to provide a continuum of care in the areas of life skills development, self-sufficiency, stability, safety, permanency, and well-being. Case Managers will serve as a Coach, Advocate, and Networker for young adults. Case Manager will partner with young adults utilizing an Adolescent Teaming Approach where young people are centered and supported as they prepare for their transition to adulthood. Performs on‑call duties.
Performs case management (ie, contacts, case planning, service navigation) for young adults to ensure continued growth, stability & safety, permanency, and well-being. Authentically engages with empathy and respect; and provides ongoing assistance, training and transition support to young adults that choose to enroll in EFC. Performs high‑level engagement and maintains minimum of monthly face‑to‑face contact, frequent virtual contact, and adjusts accordingly based on the needs of the young adult. Ensures all case management activities are documented in CAPSS system according to quality standards and time frames established by DSS policy. Performs on‑call duties.
Completes, reviews, and updates all assessment tools, including the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) according to time frames established by DSS Policy. Utilizes the CANS to collaboratively develop an individualized and strength‑based transition plan in partnership with the young adult and make timely service referrals. Partners effectively with young people to support the transition from foster care to adulthood in developmentally appropriate and identifying affirming ways. Provides a process that integrates the young adults’ interests and ensures their goals are prioritized. Provides learning opportunities and experiences, and encourages the young adult to reflect, review, adapt and readjust based on their approach and outcomes toward self‑sufficiency progression.
Provides Service Navigation by timely identifying essential community resources, assists with referral or application processes. Regularly assesses appropriate support resources based on the young adult’s assessment, plan, and needs. Follows up with received services, and ensures connection is solidified to those services and community network.
Utilizes family search and engagement strategies and tools to help the young adult navigate building lifelong connections to family and community. Employs tools and strategies focused on early and ongoing identification and engagement of relationships that matter to the young adult. Makes concerted efforts to locate and engage absent parents, relatives and fictive kin who can serve as resources for safety planning, placement, and support.
Ensures that the young adult and other team members are prepared for the Young Adult Transitional Teaming (YATT) to support the continued development or update of a Transition and Permanency Plan to assess progress toward goals and shall present next steps and recommendations to all teaming participants and the Family Court.
Collaborates closely with legal to ensure federal compliance of EFC enrollment and Title IVE eligibility, six‑month administrative case reviews, and annual permanency hearings. Adheres to court orders, submits court packets timely, prepares young adult for court participation, and participates in legal proceedings.
Maintains child welfare certification. Completes 20 hours of training yearly to include certifications that are required yearly. Completes all required trainings assigned by HR, Staff Development & Training, and supervisor, including adolescent training track for professional development of this role.
Maintains an active routine of self‑care and pursues support when necessary to minimize the threat of secondary trauma to physical and mental health.
Ensures personal identifying information (PII) is properly used, accessed, gathered, shared and disposed. Protects the agency networks and applications by safeguarding systems, equipment and data.
Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duties/services as directed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative management, or relevant program experience. Prefer child welfare experience.
A Master's Degree and one (1) year of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative management, or relevant program experience.
Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual vacation leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Division
CWS - Transition Services / Andedrson County
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