How to hire a dependency case manager

How to hire a dependency case manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step dependency case manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a dependency case manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new dependency case manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The dependency case manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A dependency case manager's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, dependency case managers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents dependency case manager salaries for various positions.

   Type of Dependency Case Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Dependency Case Manager	Social and human service assistants provide client services, including support for families, in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, and social work. They assist other workers, such as social workers, and they help clients find benefits or community services.	$10-30
   Social Work Internship	Social work interns are students who chose to do their on-the-job training in the field of social work. They apply for an internship at social services facilities... Show more	$12-24
   Volunteer	Volunteers are usually unpaid individuals who render their service to a company or organization. Most of the time, volunteers are skilled in specific areas needed by the organization but prefer to provide free service... Show more	$11-19

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Social Work
   • DCF
   • Foster Care
   • Kids
   • On-Call Support
   • Medical Coverage
   • Parental Rights
   • CHS
   • Mental Health
   • Assess Client
   • Program Documentation
   • Status Reports
   • Substance Abuse
   • Mediation

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage extensively high Medicaid case load of clients receiving mental health services within the facility needing case management and medication management.
   • Identify and assess client and family needs of minors place in care by DCF due to abuse or neglect by caretakers.
   • Perform concurrent review to assure appropriateness of admission, inpatient/acute care, rehabilitation/SNF status, and discharge using establish InterQual guidelines.
   • Attend school IEP meetings and disciplinary meetings to advocate and plan for client's educational service needs.
   • Make referrals to home care and/or DME vendors using Medicare/Medicaid criteria/eligibility.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your dependency case manager job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A dependency case manager salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, dependency case managers' average salary in oklahoma is 53% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level dependency case managers earn 65% less than senior-level dependency case managers.
   • Certifications. A dependency case manager with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a dependency case manager's salary.

   Average dependency case manager salary

   $37,770yearly

   $18.16 hourly rate

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   Entry-level dependency case manager salary

   $22,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

4. Writing a dependency case manager job description

   A dependency case manager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a dependency case manager job description:

   Dependency case manager job description example

   Cherishing Our Children Since 1977

   Helping children and families help themselves to live a better life and build a stronger community.

   The Center for Family and Child Enrichment (CFCE) is dedicated to help children and their families by providing the right services and solutions based on individual needs. CFCE is constantly evolving to better support our community.

   As a Dependency Case Manager Apprentice, you will learn the position of Dependency Case Manager and the Child Welfare System. This position entails a training class that is run by our lead agency as well as shadowing current dependency case managers to learn the job. The training class is followed by a certification test administered by the Florida Certification Board.

   Why join CFCE:

   • Great benefits package, including a Zero (0) cost out of pocket medical plan, 13 Paid Holidays and a competitive Paid Time Off Package
   • Making an invaluable impact in your community
   • Growth and professional development opportunities available
   • Qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
     • We are a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code

   Some of the Functions Include:

   • Learn to conduct child safety assessments, home studies. Review available records regarding the child’s family history, school behavior, medical or mental health history, etc.
   • Identify and explore potential resources that will facilitate family preservation, early family reunification, or alternative permanency planning. Coordinate the delivery of referrals, linkage, and services to client and families with other professionals.
   • Assist in ensuring that the court approved plans for the child and family is being implemented. Monitor case plan, obtain reports from service providers, and evaluate family needs to expedite permanency of children.
   • Prepare judicial review reports according to CFCE and State of Florida operating procedures. Explain the court proceedings to the child, if age appropriate and ensure active involvement and participation.
   • Staff cases with supervisor, DCF attorneys, and other professionals as required. Communicate the needs of the child and family to the court in written report. Testify at court or CRP regarding reunification, termination of parental rights, or other permanency plan for children.
   • Provide support to children, caregivers, and family members to assure stability and timely achievement of permanency. Assist family and/or caregivers in accessing subsidy, medical coverage, and other needed services for children.
   • Communicate and coordinate services, when applicable, with the child’s teacher, probation officer, therapist, foster parent/caregiver, etc.

   Minimum Education

   • Bachelor’s Degree in a human services related field from an accredited university

   Minimum Experience

   • Twelve months of relevant experience working with children and families if Bachelor’s degree is in a non-human services related field

   Skills Needed

   • Must be computer literate
   • Excellent assessment skills and intervention strategies
   • Ability to perform at a high level of autonomy or with minimal supervision
   • Ability to observe and report accurately on the functioning of individuals and families
   • Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
   • Ability to identify and understand environmental stressors
   • Ability to set appropriate limits and boundaries with clients
   • Strong verbal and written communication skills
   • Organize work activities in order to accomplish various required tasks simultaneously.

   CFCE is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find dependency case managers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your dependency case manager job on Zippia to find and recruit dependency case manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit dependency case managers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new dependency case manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the dependency case manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new dependency case manager first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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