Vocational Counselor jobs at Indiana State Police

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Family & Social Services Administration (FSSA): FSSA was established by the Indiana General Assembly in 1991 to consolidate and better integrate the delivery of human services by state government. FSSA is a health care and social services funding agency. Ninety-four percent of the agency's total budget is paid to thousands of service providers ranging from major medical centers to a physical therapist working with a child or adult with a developmental disability. The seven care divisions in FSSA administer services to more than 1.5 million Hoosiers. FSSA's mission is to compassionately serve Hoosiers of all ages and connect them with social services, health care and their communities. Disability Determination Bureau: Title II (Disability Insurance) covers workers who have established eligibility through prior work and Title XVI (Supplemental Security Income) has a needs-based income and resource eligibility requirement. The purpose of these programs is to identify people who have disabilities that preclude the ability to work, or for children, preclude the ability to fully participate in learning activities. These programs have two desired outcomes. The first desired outcome is to correctly identify disabled adults and children. The second desired outcome is to have adults with potential referred to a public or private Vocational Rehabilitation Services, through the Social Security Administration's "Ticket to Work" program. Role Overview: This role, Disability Claims Adjudicator 2 - Vocational Specialist, completes vocational referrals, identifying and advising on the need for additional vocational documentation, identifying PRW matches in Occubrowse, and perform transferability of skills assessment. You will also meet with colleagues via Office Hours to discuss cases upon request. This role will be cross trained to perform IQA reviews as workloads allow and will complete assigned special projects that may include conducting DE and/or vocational training, development of vocational resources. This role requires applicants to be fully trained Disability Claims Adjudicators and completion of CDR training. Salary Statement: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: * Provide accurate and thoroughly researched medical, policy and technical guidance to all adjudicative staff, to include physicians, supervisors, adjudicators, and support staff. * Review claims returned by the SSA Disability Quality Branch with cited deficiencies and write rebuttals. * Review and comment on draft policy changes proposed by SSA. * Adjudicate technically difficult cases and maintain a specialized caseload, including high priority cases. * Review cases referred to the CDI Unit for potential fraud or similar fault. * Assist in training new contract medical staff and resolve medical staff or operations disagreements. * Participate in on-going special projects such as the DDB's arbitration process serving alternately as coordinator of arbitration panels and panel participant. * Reviewing claimants' work histories for sufficiency, and concisely detailing additional information needed. * Identifying acquired skills and researching for possible transferability of skills. * Drafting updates and additions to DDB's instructional and training materials. * Developing and conducting training for all staff, as directed. * Conduct due process administrative hearings for continued eligibility of benefits. * Maintain the consultative examiner file, with accurate data for scheduling and payment processing. * Perform on-site reviews of exam facilities and procedures * Recruit medical, psychological, and speech and language vendors to perform consultative examinations and collateral testing. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary. What You'll Need for Success: The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications: * Five years of full-time professional experience in the evaluation and adjudication of Social Security Disability and/or Supplemental Security Income claims and successful completion of the four phases of the Disability Claims Adjudicator Training Program. Accredited college training may substitute for the required experience, with a maximum substitution of four years. * Extensive knowledge of and the ability to understand and apply the established principals, policies and guidelines of the Social Security Administration pertaining to case evaluation, program operation procedures, Privacy Act, Freedom of Information Act, Social Security Rulings, court decisions, vocational rules, and internal business processes. * Excellent organizational skills and the ability to quickly read voluminous documents in both paper and electronic format. * Ability to use multiple computer programs, and key data accurately and efficiently. * Ability to present ideas clearly and effectively, both written and orally, and to deal tactfully with others. * Ability to research medical references, such as the Merck Manual, Physicians' Desk Reference, and Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. * Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. This person must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment: * Must successfully pass both the State background check and the Federal HSPD-12 credentialing process. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: * Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans * Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards * Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution * Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match * Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options * A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: * 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers * Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave * Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off * 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years * Education Reimbursement Program * Group life insurance * Referral Bonus program * Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits * Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program * Free Parking for most positions * Free LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at ***************. Current Employee? Click here to apply.

If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete your application through the internal application process (Find Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local Human Resources representative for application information. Department of Labor, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Job Class Code: 3082 Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical) Salary: $25.23 - $32.28 (Hourly- includes a 2% stipend) Location: Bangor, ME Opening Date: December 8, 2025 Closing Date: December 22, 2025 The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation seeks candidate for a full-time Rehabilitation Counselor II. The person hired for this position will be based at the Bangor Career Center and will work with and support youth in schools and in their community, aged 14-22, with a wide variety of disabilities to reach their employment goals. This position conducts extensive work with partners including individuals with disabilities, schools, educational partners, families, employers, Clubhouse, and community providers. Interested in learning more about the career of a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor? ******************************************* Given the nature of the job responsibilities, after a conditional offer of employment is made, certain positions may be subject to fingerprinting as part of the background process. Primary responsibilities include: * Establishing a counseling relationship and partnership with consumers. * Contacting business and industry groups, advocating for clients, and offering incentives and assistance to place clients in jobs. * Building partnerships within the workforce development system. * Evaluating and interpreting medical and psychological information, then assessing client needs and available resources to develop and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation plan leading to employment. * Maintaining accurate documentation using AWARE computer-based client data system. Skills or knowledge required: * Strategies to effectively work remotely. * Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. * Flexibility and problem-solving skills. * Knowledge of the local labor market. * Ability to work well as a member of a team. * Excellent prioritization, organization and time management skills. * Detail-oriented documentation. * Frequent local and occasional statewide travel. Minimum qualifications: A bachelor's degree in a field related to vocational rehabilitation and 2 years of experience demonstrating knowledges and abilities in assisting individuals with disabilities, employers and other stakeholders with their employment and workforce needs. Contact information: Questions about this position should be directed to Samantha Fenderson, ****************************** Benefits of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: * Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. * Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. * Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value). * Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.09% for Confidential employees. State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart. . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/09/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,724.00 - $5,587.00Salary (Annually)$44,688.00 - $67,044.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State Location Morristown, TN Maryville, TN Newport, TN New Market, TN Sevierville, TN Rutledge, TN Greeneville, TN Johnson City, TN Blountville, TN Rogersville, TN Sneedville, TN Elizabethton, TN DepartmentChildren's Services LOCATION OF (20) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES, CHILD AND FAMILY MANAGEMENT DIVISION, HAMBLEN COUNTY Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services including, but not limited to, one or a combination of the following: social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application. * Be a citizen of the United States. * Possess a valid driver's license prior to and during employment. * Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation. * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority. * Have no conviction for a felony. * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointment authority. * Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check. * Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs. Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management work of routine difficulty, and performs related work as required. This is the working level class in the Children's Services Case Manager job series. An employee in this class is responsible for providing case management services to children under the State's supervision, in State custody, or at risk of State custody, and their families. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 1* in that an incumbent of the latter performs entry level case management work. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 3 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for training and leading other case managers. Responsibilities * Determines if abuse or neglect has occurred, who the abuser is, the level of risk or harm to the child, determines the need for a safety plan, makes recommendations regarding permanency, monitors adoptive and foster families, recruits foster parents, conducts home visits, and coordinates/observes visitation. * Maintains documentation for case files and other required documentation. Prepares for, participates and testifies in court proceedings. * Conducts interviews with alleged child victims, individuals reporting alleged abuse or child neglect, child's family, and collateral contacts; gathers required information such as school records, demographic information, medical exam/psychological information, etc., identifies supports for children and families, administers client drug screens; and conducts required assessments/assessments of home. Conducts face-to-face visits with children, resource families, providers, kinship homes, and other relevant entities. * Works flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and after hours. Schedules appointments, meetings, visitation with children on caseload. Transports children to various appointments safely, assists children in preparing for placement, and sitting with children who are awaiting placement. * Communicates effectively and timely with others, engages with children and families to build trustful relationships, encourages clients to overcome barriers and achieve permanency, explains parental rights and other relevant documents to families, responds timely to families, providers, co-workers and supervision. * Convenes and identifies members for Child and Family Team Meetings to work collaboratively with all Child and Family Team Meeting participants. Develops action steps and goals to be accomplished by the Team. * Works within communities by making referrals to service providers on behalf of clients; collaborates with law enforcement officials and multi-disciplinary teams; trains foster parents, adoptive parents and community. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Decision Quality * Action Oriented * Customer Focus * Manages Conflict * Communicates Effectively Knowledge: * Clerical * Customer and Personal Service Skills: * Time Management * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving Abilities: * Written Comprehension * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning Tools & Equipment * Electronic Devices * Computers * Motor Vehicles TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: * A valid driver's license * For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application. Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/02/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$4,057.00 - $5,078.00Salary (Annually)$48,684.00 - $60,936.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationTiptonville, TNDepartmentCorrection LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, NORTHWEST CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX, LAKE COUNTY A Motor Vehicle Records screening will be conducted prior to employment. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and three (3) years of full-time increasingly responsible professional social or psychological counseling work. Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional graduate coursework in a social or behavioral science may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. Substitution of Experience for Education: Full-time social or psychological counseling experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years; requiring two years of study at an accredited college or university. OR Three (3) years as a Correctional Counselor with the Tennessee Department of Correction. Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions. Overview Under general supervision, performs correctional counseling work of considerable difficulty. This is the first supervisory class in the Correctional Counselor sub-series. An employee in this class is responsible for supervising subordinates in counseling adult and juvenile offenders. Certain assignments with no supervision may be included in this class when the work assignment requires program oversight. This class differs from the Correctional Counselor 2* in that an incumbent of the latter is not responsible for supervisory or lead work. This class differs from the Chief Correctional Counselor in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for program management and oversight of the entire counseling program at a facility. Responsibilities 1. Manages Correctional Counselor staff in counseling adult and juvenile offenders. 2. Calculates sentencing information to determine accuracy of an offender s sentence computation. 3. Verifies that offender sentencing complies with judgment order. 4. Completes classification/reclassification and/or risk-needs assessments for offenders. 5. Prepares reports on offender history, progress, adjustment, rule violations, visitation, recommendations for special visits, and other related statistics. 6. Evaluates all offender records, case notes, and information to ensure compliance with all applicable standards, laws, policies, rules, and regulations while under the guidance of a higher ranking Correctional Counselor. 7. Conducts and/or monitors Prison Rape Elimination Act screenings to determine potential victim or aggressor status. 8. Monitors environment to identify security related concerns in order to assure continued safety of facility. 9. Identifies appropriate intervention techniques to deal with offender behavioral issues. 10. Assists offenders in addressing concerns regarding job pay, trust fund, sentence information, and educational needs and programs and with communicating with outside agencies to expedite release plans or respond to emergencies. 11. Schedules outside services to assist with offender transition from prison to the community. 12. Develops and collaborates reentry plans with re-entry Counselor for offenders within established time frames and in accordance with departmental procedures. 13. Acts as a board chair during, and participates in, classification and reclassification hearings to review information relevant to offender behavior, program participation, and other factors to determine offender custody levels and programmatic needs and goals. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Communicates Effectively * Decision Quality * Directs Work * Plans and Aligns * Situational Adaptability Knowledges: * Clerical * Law and Government * Psychology * Public Safety and Security * Sociology and Anthropology Skills: * Active Learning and Listening * Mathematics * Speaking * Reading Comprehension * Critical Thinking Abilities: * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning * Originality * Problem Sensitivity * Speech Clarity Tools & Equipment * Multi-line Phone * Radio * Personal Computer * Word Processing Software * Electronic/Paper Documents

If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete your application through the internal application process (Find Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local Human Resources representative for application information. Department of Labor, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Job Class Code: 3082 Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical) Salary: $25.23 - $32.28 (Hourly- includes a 2% stipend) Location: Presque Isle, ME Opening Date: December 4, 2025 Closing Date: December 18, 2025 The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation seeks candidate for a full-time Rehabilitation Counselor II. The person hired for this position will be based at the Presque Isle CareerCenter and will work with and support individuals living in Aroostook County, with a wide variety of disabilities to reach their employment goals. This position conducts extensive work with partners including individuals with disabilities, families, employers, Clubhouse, and community providers. Interested in learning more about the career of a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor? ******************************************* Given the nature of the job responsibilities, after a conditional offer of employment is made, certain positions may be subject to fingerprinting as part of the background process. Primary responsibilities include: * Establishing a counseling relationship and partnership with consumers. * Contacting business and industry groups, advocating for clients, and offering incentives and assistance to place clients in jobs. * Building partnerships within the workforce development system. * Evaluating and interpreting medical and psychological information, then assessing client needs and available resources to develop and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation plan leading to employment. * Maintaining accurate documentation using AWARE computer-based client data system. Skills or knowledge required: * Strategies to effectively work remotely. * Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. * Flexibility and problem-solving skills. * Knowledge of the local labor market. * Ability to work well as a member of a team. * Excellent prioritization, organization and time management skills. * Detail-oriented documentation. * Frequent local and occasional statewide travel. Minimum qualifications: A bachelor's degree in a field related to vocational rehabilitation and 2 years of experience demonstrating knowledges and abilities in assisting individuals with disabilities, employers and other stakeholders with their employment and workforce needs. Contact information: Questions about this position should be directed to Samantha Fenderson, ****************************** Benefits of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: * Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. * Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. * Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value). * Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.09% for Confidential employees. State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart. . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/02/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,229.00 - $4,041.00Salary (Annually)$38,748.00 - $48,492.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationMcKenzie, TNDepartmentHuman Services LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, ADULT AND FAMILY SERVICES DIVISION, CARROLL COUNTY For more information, visit the link below: *********************************************************************************************** This is a hybrid position This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree. Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying full-time professional eligibility determination experience and/or a combination of para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. OR Two years of full-time para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority; * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority; * Supply a fingerprint sample prescribed by the TBI based criminal history records clerk. Overview This classification learns to perform eligibility determination work of average difficulty. An employee in this class is customer facing and learns to interview customers and determine eligibility for SNAP and TANF programs. This classification performs responsibilities at the learning level under direct supervision. This classification differs from the Eligibility Counselor 2 in that an incumbent of the latter functions at the working level. * An applicant appointed to this classification will be reclassified to an Eligibility Counselor 2 after successful completion of a mandatory one-year training period; 'unacceptable' or 'needs improvement' performance ratings during the training period will result in automatic demotion or termination. Responsibilities * Learns to manage a workload of initial and on-going eligibility determinations for SNAP and TANF programs based on specific demographic and economic criteria in accordance with Federal and State requirements through independently conducting probing interviews with customers by phone or in person. * Learns to provide case management for initial SNAP and TANF eligibility, ongoing eligibility, and customer changes to assess impact on continued eligibility through direct customer engagement via phone or in person. * Learns to calculate monthly income and expenses to ensure accurate budgeting. Documents information regarding verifications requested/received, benefits and services provided, and other case-related activity using a computerized case record and/or paper case files. * Learns to ensure accurate receipt of entitled benefits by reviewing, verifying and utilizing data provided by customers and multiple electronic systems while maintaining confidentiality. * Learns to assist customers with the application process and scheduling appointments. * Learns to review and interprets program policy and explains eligibility and ongoing responsibilities for programs/services to ensure customer understanding. * Learns to assess customer's strengths and considers their goals, desired outcomes, work activities, and supportive services to aid in self-sufficiency. Identifies benefits and services that may be available to customers within the Department or from external sources and makes referrals as appropriate. * Learns to develop and maintains partnerships with vendors and outside organizations to obtain information, promote programs and identify available services and benefits to effectively meet customer needs and promote self-sufficiency. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Tech Savvy * Decision Quality * Optimizes Work Processes * Communicates Effectively * Instills Trust Knowledges: * Customer and Personal Language * English Language Skills: * Mathematics * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving * Time Management Abilities: * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning * Problem Sensitivity * Written Comprehension Tools & Equipment * General Office Equipment * Computer/Laptop/Tablet * Multifunctional Printer (Print/Scan/Fax/Copy) * Calculator

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/02/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,229.00 - $4,041.00Salary (Annually)$38,748.00 - $48,492.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationHuntsville, TNDepartmentHuman Services LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, ADULT AND FAMILY SERVICES DIVISION, SCOTT COUNTY For more information, visit the link below: ****************************************************************************************** This is an on-site position This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree. Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying full-time professional eligibility determination experience and/or a combination of para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. OR Two years of full-time para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority; * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority; * Supply a fingerprint sample prescribed by the TBI based criminal history records clerk. Overview This classification learns to perform eligibility determination work of average difficulty. An employee in this class is customer facing and learns to interview customers and determine eligibility for SNAP and TANF programs. This classification performs responsibilities at the learning level under direct supervision. This classification differs from the Eligibility Counselor 2 in that an incumbent of the latter functions at the working level. * An applicant appointed to this classification will be reclassified to an Eligibility Counselor 2 after successful completion of a mandatory one-year training period; 'unacceptable' or 'needs improvement' performance ratings during the training period will result in automatic demotion or termination. Responsibilities * Learns to manage a workload of initial and on-going eligibility determinations for SNAP and TANF programs based on specific demographic and economic criteria in accordance with Federal and State requirements through independently conducting probing interviews with customers by phone or in person. * Learns to provide case management for initial SNAP and TANF eligibility, ongoing eligibility, and customer changes to assess impact on continued eligibility through direct customer engagement via phone or in person. * Learns to calculate monthly income and expenses to ensure accurate budgeting. Documents information regarding verifications requested/received, benefits and services provided, and other case-related activity using a computerized case record and/or paper case files. * Learns to ensure accurate receipt of entitled benefits by reviewing, verifying and utilizing data provided by customers and multiple electronic systems while maintaining confidentiality. * Learns to assist customers with the application process and scheduling appointments. * Learns to review and interprets program policy and explains eligibility and ongoing responsibilities for programs/services to ensure customer understanding. * Learns to assess customer's strengths and considers their goals, desired outcomes, work activities, and supportive services to aid in self-sufficiency. Identifies benefits and services that may be available to customers within the Department or from external sources and makes referrals as appropriate. * Learns to develop and maintains partnerships with vendors and outside organizations to obtain information, promote programs and identify available services and benefits to effectively meet customer needs and promote self-sufficiency. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Tech Savvy * Decision Quality * Optimizes Work Processes * Communicates Effectively * Instills Trust Knowledges: * Customer and Personal Language * English Language Skills: * Mathematics * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving * Time Management Abilities: * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning * Problem Sensitivity * Written Comprehension Tools & Equipment * General Office Equipment * Computer/Laptop/Tablet * Multifunctional Printer (Print/Scan/Fax/Copy) * Calculator

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/09/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/29/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,229.00 - $4,041.00Salary (Annually)$38,748.00 - $48,492.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationMemphis, TNDepartmentHuman Services LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, ADULT AND FAMILY SERVICES DIVISION, SHELBY COUNTY For more information, visit the link below: ********************************************************************************************** This is an on-site position This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree. Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying full-time professional eligibility determination experience and/or a combination of para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. OR Two years of full-time para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority; * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority; * Supply a fingerprint sample prescribed by the TBI based criminal history records clerk. Overview This classification learns to perform eligibility determination work of average difficulty. An employee in this class is customer facing and learns to interview customers and determine eligibility for SNAP and TANF programs. This classification performs responsibilities at the learning level under direct supervision. This classification differs from the Eligibility Counselor 2 in that an incumbent of the latter functions at the working level. * An applicant appointed to this classification will be reclassified to an Eligibility Counselor 2 after successful completion of a mandatory one-year training period; 'unacceptable' or 'needs improvement' performance ratings during the training period will result in automatic demotion or termination. Responsibilities * Learns to manage a workload of initial and on-going eligibility determinations for SNAP and TANF programs based on specific demographic and economic criteria in accordance with Federal and State requirements through independently conducting probing interviews with customers by phone or in person. * Learns to provide case management for initial SNAP and TANF eligibility, ongoing eligibility, and customer changes to assess impact on continued eligibility through direct customer engagement via phone or in person. * Learns to calculate monthly income and expenses to ensure accurate budgeting. Documents information regarding verifications requested/received, benefits and services provided, and other case-related activity using a computerized case record and/or paper case files. * Learns to ensure accurate receipt of entitled benefits by reviewing, verifying and utilizing data provided by customers and multiple electronic systems while maintaining confidentiality. * Learns to assist customers with the application process and scheduling appointments. * Learns to review and interprets program policy and explains eligibility and ongoing responsibilities for programs/services to ensure customer understanding. * Learns to assess customer's strengths and considers their goals, desired outcomes, work activities, and supportive services to aid in self-sufficiency. Identifies benefits and services that may be available to customers within the Department or from external sources and makes referrals as appropriate. * Learns to develop and maintains partnerships with vendors and outside organizations to obtain information, promote programs and identify available services and benefits to effectively meet customer needs and promote self-sufficiency. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Tech Savvy * Decision Quality * Optimizes Work Processes * Communicates Effectively * Instills Trust Knowledges: * Customer and Personal Language * English Language Skills: * Mathematics * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving * Time Management Abilities: * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning * Problem Sensitivity * Written Comprehension Tools & Equipment * General Office Equipment * Computer/Laptop/Tablet * Multifunctional Printer (Print/Scan/Fax/Copy) * Calculator

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/02/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,229.00 - $4,041.00Salary (Annually)$38,748.00 - $48,492.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationMemphis TNDepartmentHuman Services LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, ADULT AND FAMILY SERVICES DIVISION, SHELBY COUNTY For more information, visit the link below: ********************************************************************************************** This is a hybrid position This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree. Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying full-time professional eligibility determination experience and/or a combination of para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. OR Two years of full-time para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority; * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority; * Supply a fingerprint sample prescribed by the TBI based criminal history records clerk. Overview This classification learns to perform eligibility determination work of average difficulty. An employee in this class is customer facing and learns to interview customers and determine eligibility for SNAP and TANF programs. This classification performs responsibilities at the learning level under direct supervision. This classification differs from the Eligibility Counselor 2 in that an incumbent of the latter functions at the working level. * An applicant appointed to this classification will be reclassified to an Eligibility Counselor 2 after successful completion of a mandatory one-year training period; 'unacceptable' or 'needs improvement' performance ratings during the training period will result in automatic demotion or termination. Responsibilities * Learns to manage a workload of initial and on-going eligibility determinations for SNAP and TANF programs based on specific demographic and economic criteria in accordance with Federal and State requirements through independently conducting probing interviews with customers by phone or in person. * Learns to provide case management for initial SNAP and TANF eligibility, ongoing eligibility, and customer changes to assess impact on continued eligibility through direct customer engagement via phone or in person. * Learns to calculate monthly income and expenses to ensure accurate budgeting. Documents information regarding verifications requested/received, benefits and services provided, and other case-related activity using a computerized case record and/or paper case files. * Learns to ensure accurate receipt of entitled benefits by reviewing, verifying and utilizing data provided by customers and multiple electronic systems while maintaining confidentiality. * Learns to assist customers with the application process and scheduling appointments. * Learns to review and interprets program policy and explains eligibility and ongoing responsibilities for programs/services to ensure customer understanding. * Learns to assess customer's strengths and considers their goals, desired outcomes, work activities, and supportive services to aid in self-sufficiency. Identifies benefits and services that may be available to customers within the Department or from external sources and makes referrals as appropriate. * Learns to develop and maintains partnerships with vendors and outside organizations to obtain information, promote programs and identify available services and benefits to effectively meet customer needs and promote self-sufficiency. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Tech Savvy * Decision Quality * Optimizes Work Processes * Communicates Effectively * Instills Trust Knowledges: * Customer and Personal Language * English Language Skills: * Mathematics * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving * Time Management Abilities: * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning * Problem Sensitivity * Written Comprehension Tools & Equipment * General Office Equipment * Computer/Laptop/Tablet * Multifunctional Printer (Print/Scan/Fax/Copy) * Calculator

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/02/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,229.00 - $4,041.00Salary (Annually)$38,748.00 - $48,492.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationKnoxville, TNDepartmentHuman Services LOCATION OF (6) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, ADULT AND FAMILY SERVICES DIVISION, KNOX COUNTY For more information, visit the link below: ***************************************************************************************** This is an on-site position This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree. Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying full-time professional eligibility determination experience and/or a combination of para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. OR Two years of full-time para-professional experience as an Eligibility Assistant or a State contractor serving in this capacity for the Department of Human Services. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority; * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority; * Supply a fingerprint sample prescribed by the TBI based criminal history records clerk. Overview This classification learns to perform eligibility determination work of average difficulty. An employee in this class is customer facing and learns to interview customers and determine eligibility for SNAP and TANF programs. This classification performs responsibilities at the learning level under direct supervision. This classification differs from the Eligibility Counselor 2 in that an incumbent of the latter functions at the working level. * An applicant appointed to this classification will be reclassified to an Eligibility Counselor 2 after successful completion of a mandatory one-year training period; 'unacceptable' or 'needs improvement' performance ratings during the training period will result in automatic demotion or termination. Responsibilities * Learns to manage a workload of initial and on-going eligibility determinations for SNAP and TANF programs based on specific demographic and economic criteria in accordance with Federal and State requirements through independently conducting probing interviews with customers by phone or in person. * Learns to provide case management for initial SNAP and TANF eligibility, ongoing eligibility, and customer changes to assess impact on continued eligibility through direct customer engagement via phone or in person. * Learns to calculate monthly income and expenses to ensure accurate budgeting. Documents information regarding verifications requested/received, benefits and services provided, and other case-related activity using a computerized case record and/or paper case files. * Learns to ensure accurate receipt of entitled benefits by reviewing, verifying and utilizing data provided by customers and multiple electronic systems while maintaining confidentiality. * Learns to assist customers with the application process and scheduling appointments. * Learns to review and interprets program policy and explains eligibility and ongoing responsibilities for programs/services to ensure customer understanding. * Learns to assess customer's strengths and considers their goals, desired outcomes, work activities, and supportive services to aid in self-sufficiency. Identifies benefits and services that may be available to customers within the Department or from external sources and makes referrals as appropriate. * Learns to develop and maintains partnerships with vendors and outside organizations to obtain information, promote programs and identify available services and benefits to effectively meet customer needs and promote self-sufficiency. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Tech Savvy * Decision Quality * Optimizes Work Processes * Communicates Effectively * Instills Trust Knowledges: * Customer and Personal Language * English Language Skills: * Mathematics * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving * Time Management Abilities: * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning * Problem Sensitivity * Written Comprehension Tools & Equipment * General Office Equipment * Computer/Laptop/Tablet * Multifunctional Printer (Print/Scan/Fax/Copy) * Calculator

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/09/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,724.00 - $5,587.00Salary (Annually)$44,688.00 - $67,044.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State Location Kingsport, TN Erwin, TN Mountain City, TN Tazewell, TN Lafollette, TN Huntsville, TN Oak Ridge, TN Wartburg, TN Lenoir City, TN Madisonville, TN Kingston, TN Knoxville, TN Sneedville, TN Rogersville, TN DepartmentChildren's Services LOCATION OF (20) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES, CASE MANAGERS - CHILD SAFETY DIVISION, KNOX COUNTY Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services including, but not limited to, one or a combination of the following: social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application. * Be a citizen of the United States. * Possess a valid driver's license prior to and during employment. * Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation. * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority. * Have no conviction for a felony. * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointment authority. * Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check. * Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs. Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management work of routine difficulty, and performs related work as required. This is the working level class in the Children's Services Case Manager job series. An employee in this class is responsible for providing case management services to children under the State's supervision, in State custody, or at risk of State custody, and their families. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 1* in that an incumbent of the latter performs entry level case management work. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 3 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for training and leading other case managers. Responsibilities * Determines if abuse or neglect has occurred, who the abuser is, the level of risk or harm to the child, determines the need for a safety plan, makes recommendations regarding permanency, monitors adoptive and foster families, recruits foster parents, conducts home visits, and coordinates/observes visitation. * Maintains documentation for case files and other required documentation. Prepares for, participates and testifies in court proceedings. * Conducts interviews with alleged child victims, individuals reporting alleged abuse or child neglect, child's family, and collateral contacts; gathers required information such as school records, demographic information, medical exam/psychological information, etc., identifies supports for children and families, administers client drug screens; and conducts required assessments/assessments of home. Conducts face-to-face visits with children, resource families, providers, kinship homes, and other relevant entities. * Works flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and after hours. Schedules appointments, meetings, visitation with children on caseload. Transports children to various appointments safely, assists children in preparing for placement, and sitting with children who are awaiting placement. * Communicates effectively and timely with others, engages with children and families to build trustful relationships, encourages clients to overcome barriers and achieve permanency, explains parental rights and other relevant documents to families, responds timely to families, providers, co-workers and supervision. * Convenes and identifies members for Child and Family Team Meetings to work collaboratively with all Child and Family Team Meeting participants. Develops action steps and goals to be accomplished by the Team. * Works within communities by making referrals to service providers on behalf of clients; collaborates with law enforcement officials and multi-disciplinary teams; trains foster parents, adoptive parents and community. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Decision Quality * Action Oriented * Customer Focus * Manages Conflict * Communicates Effectively Knowledge: * Clerical * Customer and Personal Service Skills: * Time Management * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving Abilities: * Written Comprehension * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning Tools & Equipment * Electronic Devices * Computers * Motor Vehicles TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: * A valid driver's license * For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application. Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/09/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,724.00 - $5,587.00Salary (Annually)$44,688.00 - $67,044.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State Location Kingsport, TN Erwin, TN Mountain City, TN Tazewell, TN Lafollette, TN Huntsville, TN Oak Ridge, TN Wartburg, TN Lenoir City, TN Madisonville, TN Kingston, TN Knoxville, TN Sneedville, TN Rogersville, TN DepartmentChildren's Services LOCATION OF (20) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES, CASE MANAGERS - CHILD SAFETY DIVISION, KNOX COUNTY Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services including, but not limited to, one or a combination of the following: social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application. * Be a citizen of the United States. * Possess a valid driver's license prior to and during employment. * Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation. * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority. * Have no conviction for a felony. * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointment authority. * Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check. * Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs. Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management work of routine difficulty, and performs related work as required. This is the working level class in the Children's Services Case Manager job series. An employee in this class is responsible for providing case management services to children under the State's supervision, in State custody, or at risk of State custody, and their families. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 1* in that an incumbent of the latter performs entry level case management work. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 3 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for training and leading other case managers. Responsibilities * Determines if abuse or neglect has occurred, who the abuser is, the level of risk or harm to the child, determines the need for a safety plan, makes recommendations regarding permanency, monitors adoptive and foster families, recruits foster parents, conducts home visits, and coordinates/observes visitation. * Maintains documentation for case files and other required documentation. Prepares for, participates and testifies in court proceedings. * Conducts interviews with alleged child victims, individuals reporting alleged abuse or child neglect, child's family, and collateral contacts; gathers required information such as school records, demographic information, medical exam/psychological information, etc., identifies supports for children and families, administers client drug screens; and conducts required assessments/assessments of home. Conducts face-to-face visits with children, resource families, providers, kinship homes, and other relevant entities. * Works flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and after hours. Schedules appointments, meetings, visitation with children on caseload. Transports children to various appointments safely, assists children in preparing for placement, and sitting with children who are awaiting placement. * Communicates effectively and timely with others, engages with children and families to build trustful relationships, encourages clients to overcome barriers and achieve permanency, explains parental rights and other relevant documents to families, responds timely to families, providers, co-workers and supervision. * Convenes and identifies members for Child and Family Team Meetings to work collaboratively with all Child and Family Team Meeting participants. Develops action steps and goals to be accomplished by the Team. * Works within communities by making referrals to service providers on behalf of clients; collaborates with law enforcement officials and multi-disciplinary teams; trains foster parents, adoptive parents and community. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Decision Quality * Action Oriented * Customer Focus * Manages Conflict * Communicates Effectively Knowledge: * Clerical * Customer and Personal Service Skills: * Time Management * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving Abilities: * Written Comprehension * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning Tools & Equipment * Electronic Devices * Computers * Motor Vehicles TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: * A valid driver's license * For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application. Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/09/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,724.00 - $5,587.00Salary (Annually)$44,688.00 - $67,044.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State Location Kingsport, TN Erwin, TN Mountain City, TN Tazewell, TN Lafollette, TN Huntsville, TN Oak Ridge, TN Wartburg, TN Lenoir City, TN Madisonville, TN Kingston, TN Knoxville, TN Sneedville, TN Rogersville, TN DepartmentChildren's Services LOCATION OF (20) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES, CASE MANAGERS - CHILD SAFETY DIVISION, KNOX COUNTY Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services including, but not limited to, one or a combination of the following: social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application. * Be a citizen of the United States. * Possess a valid driver's license prior to and during employment. * Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation. * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority. * Have no conviction for a felony. * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointment authority. * Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check. * Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs. Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management work of routine difficulty, and performs related work as required. This is the working level class in the Children's Services Case Manager job series. An employee in this class is responsible for providing case management services to children under the State's supervision, in State custody, or at risk of State custody, and their families. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 1* in that an incumbent of the latter performs entry level case management work. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 3 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for training and leading other case managers. Responsibilities * Determines if abuse or neglect has occurred, who the abuser is, the level of risk or harm to the child, determines the need for a safety plan, makes recommendations regarding permanency, monitors adoptive and foster families, recruits foster parents, conducts home visits, and coordinates/observes visitation. * Maintains documentation for case files and other required documentation. Prepares for, participates and testifies in court proceedings. * Conducts interviews with alleged child victims, individuals reporting alleged abuse or child neglect, child's family, and collateral contacts; gathers required information such as school records, demographic information, medical exam/psychological information, etc., identifies supports for children and families, administers client drug screens; and conducts required assessments/assessments of home. Conducts face-to-face visits with children, resource families, providers, kinship homes, and other relevant entities. * Works flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and after hours. Schedules appointments, meetings, visitation with children on caseload. Transports children to various appointments safely, assists children in preparing for placement, and sitting with children who are awaiting placement. * Communicates effectively and timely with others, engages with children and families to build trustful relationships, encourages clients to overcome barriers and achieve permanency, explains parental rights and other relevant documents to families, responds timely to families, providers, co-workers and supervision. * Convenes and identifies members for Child and Family Team Meetings to work collaboratively with all Child and Family Team Meeting participants. Develops action steps and goals to be accomplished by the Team. * Works within communities by making referrals to service providers on behalf of clients; collaborates with law enforcement officials and multi-disciplinary teams; trains foster parents, adoptive parents and community. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Decision Quality * Action Oriented * Customer Focus * Manages Conflict * Communicates Effectively Knowledge: * Clerical * Customer and Personal Service Skills: * Time Management * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving Abilities: * Written Comprehension * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning Tools & Equipment * Electronic Devices * Computers * Motor Vehicles TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: * A valid driver's license * For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application. Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/09/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,724.00 - $5,587.00Salary (Annually)$44,688.00 - $67,044.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State Location Morristown, TN Maryville, TN Newport, TN New Market, TN Sevierville, TN Rutledge, TN Greeneville, TN Johnson City, TN Blountville, TN Rogersville, TN Sneedville, TN Elizabethton, TN DepartmentChildren's Services LOCATION OF (20) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES, CHILD AND FAMILY MANAGEMENT DIVISION, HAMBLEN COUNTY Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services including, but not limited to, one or a combination of the following: social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application. * Be a citizen of the United States. * Possess a valid driver's license prior to and during employment. * Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation. * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority. * Have no conviction for a felony. * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointment authority. * Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check. * Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs. Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management work of routine difficulty, and performs related work as required. This is the working level class in the Children's Services Case Manager job series. An employee in this class is responsible for providing case management services to children under the State's supervision, in State custody, or at risk of State custody, and their families. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 1* in that an incumbent of the latter performs entry level case management work. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 3 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for training and leading other case managers. Responsibilities * Determines if abuse or neglect has occurred, who the abuser is, the level of risk or harm to the child, determines the need for a safety plan, makes recommendations regarding permanency, monitors adoptive and foster families, recruits foster parents, conducts home visits, and coordinates/observes visitation. * Maintains documentation for case files and other required documentation. Prepares for, participates and testifies in court proceedings. * Conducts interviews with alleged child victims, individuals reporting alleged abuse or child neglect, child's family, and collateral contacts; gathers required information such as school records, demographic information, medical exam/psychological information, etc., identifies supports for children and families, administers client drug screens; and conducts required assessments/assessments of home. Conducts face-to-face visits with children, resource families, providers, kinship homes, and other relevant entities. * Works flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and after hours. Schedules appointments, meetings, visitation with children on caseload. Transports children to various appointments safely, assists children in preparing for placement, and sitting with children who are awaiting placement. * Communicates effectively and timely with others, engages with children and families to build trustful relationships, encourages clients to overcome barriers and achieve permanency, explains parental rights and other relevant documents to families, responds timely to families, providers, co-workers and supervision. * Convenes and identifies members for Child and Family Team Meetings to work collaboratively with all Child and Family Team Meeting participants. Develops action steps and goals to be accomplished by the Team. * Works within communities by making referrals to service providers on behalf of clients; collaborates with law enforcement officials and multi-disciplinary teams; trains foster parents, adoptive parents and community. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Decision Quality * Action Oriented * Customer Focus * Manages Conflict * Communicates Effectively Knowledge: * Clerical * Customer and Personal Service Skills: * Time Management * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving Abilities: * Written Comprehension * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning Tools & Equipment * Electronic Devices * Computers * Motor Vehicles TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: * A valid driver's license * For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application. Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/09/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,724.00 - $5,587.00Salary (Annually)$44,688.00 - $67,044.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State Location Morristown, TN Maryville, TN Newport, TN New Market, TN Sevierville, TN Rutledge, TN Greeneville, TN Johnson City, TN Blountville, TN Rogersville, TN Sneedville, TN Elizabethton, TN DepartmentChildren's Services LOCATION OF (20) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES, CHILD AND FAMILY MANAGEMENT DIVISION, HAMBLEN COUNTY Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services including, but not limited to, one or a combination of the following: social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application. * Be a citizen of the United States. * Possess a valid driver's license prior to and during employment. * Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation. * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority. * Have no conviction for a felony. * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointment authority. * Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check. * Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs. Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management work of routine difficulty, and performs related work as required. This is the working level class in the Children's Services Case Manager job series. An employee in this class is responsible for providing case management services to children under the State's supervision, in State custody, or at risk of State custody, and their families. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 1* in that an incumbent of the latter performs entry level case management work. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 3 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for training and leading other case managers. Responsibilities * Determines if abuse or neglect has occurred, who the abuser is, the level of risk or harm to the child, determines the need for a safety plan, makes recommendations regarding permanency, monitors adoptive and foster families, recruits foster parents, conducts home visits, and coordinates/observes visitation. * Maintains documentation for case files and other required documentation. Prepares for, participates and testifies in court proceedings. * Conducts interviews with alleged child victims, individuals reporting alleged abuse or child neglect, child's family, and collateral contacts; gathers required information such as school records, demographic information, medical exam/psychological information, etc., identifies supports for children and families, administers client drug screens; and conducts required assessments/assessments of home. Conducts face-to-face visits with children, resource families, providers, kinship homes, and other relevant entities. * Works flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and after hours. Schedules appointments, meetings, visitation with children on caseload. Transports children to various appointments safely, assists children in preparing for placement, and sitting with children who are awaiting placement. * Communicates effectively and timely with others, engages with children and families to build trustful relationships, encourages clients to overcome barriers and achieve permanency, explains parental rights and other relevant documents to families, responds timely to families, providers, co-workers and supervision. * Convenes and identifies members for Child and Family Team Meetings to work collaboratively with all Child and Family Team Meeting participants. Develops action steps and goals to be accomplished by the Team. * Works within communities by making referrals to service providers on behalf of clients; collaborates with law enforcement officials and multi-disciplinary teams; trains foster parents, adoptive parents and community. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Decision Quality * Action Oriented * Customer Focus * Manages Conflict * Communicates Effectively Knowledge: * Clerical * Customer and Personal Service Skills: * Time Management * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving Abilities: * Written Comprehension * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning Tools & Equipment * Electronic Devices * Computers * Motor Vehicles TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: * A valid driver's license * For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application. Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/09/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,724.00 - $4,656.00Salary (Annually)$44,688.00 - $55,872.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationKnoxville, TNDepartmentChildren's Services LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES, CHILD AND FAMILY MANAGEMENT DIVISION, KNOX COUNTY This is a DCS Case Manager 2 position for the Independent Living division of the Statewide Specialized Support Services Team. This position is currently located in Knox County. For more information, visit the link below: *************************************************************** This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services including, but not limited to, one or a combination of the following: social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application. * Be a citizen of the United States. * Possess a valid driver's license prior to and during employment. * Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation. * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority. * Have no conviction for a felony. * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointment authority. * Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check. * Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs. Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management work of routine difficulty, and performs related work as required. This is the working level class in the Children's Services Case Manager job series. An employee in this class is responsible for providing case management services to children under the State's supervision, in State custody, or at risk of State custody, and their families. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 1* in that an incumbent of the latter performs entry level case management work. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 3 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for training and leading other case managers. Responsibilities * Determines if abuse or neglect has occurred, who the abuser is, the level of risk or harm to the child, determines the need for a safety plan, makes recommendations regarding permanency, monitors adoptive and foster families, recruits foster parents, conducts home visits, and coordinates/observes visitation. * Maintains documentation for case files and other required documentation. Prepares for, participates and testifies in court proceedings. * Conducts interviews with alleged child victims, individuals reporting alleged abuse or child neglect, child's family, and collateral contacts; gathers required information such as school records, demographic information, medical exam/psychological information, etc., identifies supports for children and families, administers client drug screens; and conducts required assessments/assessments of home. Conducts face-to-face visits with children, resource families, providers, kinship homes, and other relevant entities. * Works flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and after hours. Schedules appointments, meetings, visitation with children on caseload. Transports children to various appointments safely, assists children in preparing for placement, and sitting with children who are awaiting placement. * Communicates effectively and timely with others, engages with children and families to build trustful relationships, encourages clients to overcome barriers and achieve permanency, explains parental rights and other relevant documents to families, responds timely to families, providers, co-workers and supervision. * Convenes and identifies members for Child and Family Team Meetings to work collaboratively with all Child and Family Team Meeting participants. Develops action steps and goals to be accomplished by the Team. * Works within communities by making referrals to service providers on behalf of clients; collaborates with law enforcement officials and multi-disciplinary teams; trains foster parents, adoptive parents and community. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Decision Quality * Action Oriented * Customer Focus * Manages Conflict * Communicates Effectively Knowledge: * Clerical * Customer and Personal Service Skills: * Time Management * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving Abilities: * Written Comprehension * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning Tools & Equipment * Electronic Devices * Computers * Motor Vehicles TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: * A valid driver's license * For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application. Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/09/2025 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/15/2025 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,724.00 - $5,587.00Salary (Annually)$44,688.00 - $67,044.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State Location Kingsport, TN Erwin, TN Mountain City, TN Tazewell, TN Lafollette, TN Huntsville, TN Oak Ridge, TN Wartburg, TN Lenoir City, TN Madisonville, TN Kingston, TN Knoxville, TN Sneedville, TN Rogersville, TN DepartmentChildren's Services LOCATION OF (20) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES, CASE MANAGERS - CHILD SAFETY DIVISION, KNOX COUNTY Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services including, but not limited to, one or a combination of the following: social, psychological, or correctional counseling or case management; volunteer services coordination for a children's service program; and/or juvenile classification coordination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: * Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application. * Be a citizen of the United States. * Possess a valid driver's license prior to and during employment. * Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation. * Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority. * Have no conviction for a felony. * Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointment authority. * Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check. * Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs. Overview This classification is responsible for professional case management work of routine difficulty, and performs related work as required. This is the working level class in the Children's Services Case Manager job series. An employee in this class is responsible for providing case management services to children under the State's supervision, in State custody, or at risk of State custody, and their families. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 1* in that an incumbent of the latter performs entry level case management work. This class differs from DCS Case Manager 3 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for training and leading other case managers. Responsibilities * Determines if abuse or neglect has occurred, who the abuser is, the level of risk or harm to the child, determines the need for a safety plan, makes recommendations regarding permanency, monitors adoptive and foster families, recruits foster parents, conducts home visits, and coordinates/observes visitation. * Maintains documentation for case files and other required documentation. Prepares for, participates and testifies in court proceedings. * Conducts interviews with alleged child victims, individuals reporting alleged abuse or child neglect, child's family, and collateral contacts; gathers required information such as school records, demographic information, medical exam/psychological information, etc., identifies supports for children and families, administers client drug screens; and conducts required assessments/assessments of home. Conducts face-to-face visits with children, resource families, providers, kinship homes, and other relevant entities. * Works flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and after hours. Schedules appointments, meetings, visitation with children on caseload. Transports children to various appointments safely, assists children in preparing for placement, and sitting with children who are awaiting placement. * Communicates effectively and timely with others, engages with children and families to build trustful relationships, encourages clients to overcome barriers and achieve permanency, explains parental rights and other relevant documents to families, responds timely to families, providers, co-workers and supervision. * Convenes and identifies members for Child and Family Team Meetings to work collaboratively with all Child and Family Team Meeting participants. Develops action steps and goals to be accomplished by the Team. * Works within communities by making referrals to service providers on behalf of clients; collaborates with law enforcement officials and multi-disciplinary teams; trains foster parents, adoptive parents and community. Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: * Decision Quality * Action Oriented * Customer Focus * Manages Conflict * Communicates Effectively Knowledge: * Clerical * Customer and Personal Service Skills: * Time Management * Active Learning and Listening * Complex Problem Solving Abilities: * Written Comprehension * Deductive Reasoning * Inductive Reasoning Tools & Equipment * Electronic Devices * Computers * Motor Vehicles TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: * A valid driver's license * For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application. Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Department of Child Services (DCS): Join a group of passionate, dedicated public servants to support one of Indiana's most critical missions! The Department of Child Services helps children who are victims of abuse or neglect and strengthens families through services that focus on family support and preservation. We pursue permanency for children and families through reunification, guardianship, and adoption. Our services also encompass foster care, child support, and transitional support for those adjusting to adulthood. Our culture is built upon our MVP foundation: Mission: Champion Indiana's future by protecting children and strengthening families with compassion and determination. Vision: Every child in Indiana thrives in a safe, loving, forever home. Purpose: Ignite hope. Cultivate joy. Role Overview: The Family Case Manager is a caseworker specialist in social services within a Local County Office of the Department of Child Services. You will protect families and children from abuse and neglect, maintain or reunify families whenever possible, and, when in the best interest of the child, achieve a permanent home or independent living for children unable to be reunited with their families. You will conduct home visits, develop case plans, coordinate with community resources and external providers, attend and testify at court hearings, and prepare documentation for case files, court proceedings, and agency reporting. Please click this link for a realistic job preview video. This position is in Marion, Indiana, and will serve Grant County, and surrounding counties as needed. Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. A Day in the Life: Responsibilities include: * Investigate reported incidents of child abuse, neglect, or dependency, determine whether the incident is substantiated, and develop recommendations to a Juvenile Court or County Director for disposition. * Assess the level of risk to the child for additional injury or harm, including whether the child is in imminent danger, and may remove the child from the family as the situation warrants, placing a child in a protected environment. * Perform needs assessments to determine treatment options for families and children reported to be abused/neglected. * Testify and prepare pre-dispositional and progress reports, maintain case files, and develop briefing reports for the community child protection team. Develops "informal adjustment" plans with families and children to divert children from the juvenile justice system. * Develop case plans to assist families and children to become more self-sufficient in a safe and nurturing environment and to ensure a permanent home for the child. * Develop discharge/transition programming to assist families and children to attain and maintain self-sufficiency in a safe environment. * Monitor and assess the service capability of treatment programs and providers to ensure consistency with the case plan. * Accept on-call responsibility as needed to receive and investigate allegations of child abuse/neglect. * Conduct home studies and family histories and recommend placement for adoption to an adoption team. * Visit children in out-of-home placements to coordinate family reunification, adoption, or independent living efforts. * Maintain data to help management evaluate trends in family and child needs. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time. What You'll Need for Success: Credentials: * Bachelor's degree, or * Associate degree with a minimum of two (2) years of human services job experience, or * Completion of thirty (30) college credit hours from an accredited institution with a minimum of four (3) years of human services job experience, or * A minimum of at least four (4) years of human services job experience. Additional qualifications: * Advanced knowledge of principles and practices of social work, casework, sociology and group and individual counseling including new methods and theories of treatment. * Thorough knowledge of state and/or federal laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards affecting child protection services, foster care, family preservation and adoption. * Thorough knowledge of related social services programs and ability to coordinate work among programs. * Specialized knowledge of the interrelationships of the various behavioral sciences as they affect care and treatment of patients/clients and/or objectives of social work projects. * Ability to investigate and interview alleged victims and perpetrators of child abuse or neglect in an appropriate and effective manner. * Ability to formulate and monitor project guidelines or treatment plans. * Ability to prepare clear, accurate reports. * Ability to work with families of diverse cultural/ethnic backgrounds with sensitivity to differences in child rearing practices, relationships and need. * Ability to work with children with special needs such as mental or emotional conditions, the foster families, or the home willing to accept those children and the professionals who can appropriately provide services to them. * Ability to exercise sound judgment while managing crises situations including those involving confrontational, aggressive adults being investigated for child abuse or neglect. * Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. * Must maintain a valid Driver's license. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes: * Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans * Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards * Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution * Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match * Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options * A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: * 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers * Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave * Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off * 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years * Education Reimbursement Program * Group life insurance * Referral Bonus program * Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits * Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program * Free Parking for most positions * Free LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at ***************. Current Employee? Click here to apply.

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About The Family and Social Services Administration: The Division of Mental Health and Addiction supports Indiana's network of mental health care providers. We operate six hospitals and fund addiction and prevention programs. Role Overview: This role assists with the daily oversight of grant tasks and activities related to multiple funding streams from the state of Indiana and the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). These initiatives address both the opioid and stimulant use epidemic as well as the behavioral health crisis system in Indiana. Activities will include collaboration with outside partners and other state agencies through the funding of multiple innovative prevention, treatment, and recovery based statewide programs that impact the State of Indiana residents. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in human services or a related field, or a Personal/Lived Experience with Mental Health or Addiction. Experience with data analysis and reporting, and familiarity of utilization of data collection and reporting is preferred. Candidate will need strong written and verbal communication skills. Salary Statement: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00, but may be commensurate with education or work experience. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: * Establish program objectives, KPIs, and actions to achieve them. * Develop, update, and monitor all policies and procedures related to the program area. * Interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations, or laws to leadership or customers. * Implement corrective action plans to solve program problems. * Analyze, prepare, and disseminate monthly and annual program reports. * Review budget and make budgetary recommendations to improve the program area finances. * Ensure program requirements meet federal and state policies and grants compliance. * Assist in the development and train employees or agency consultants on program requirements and usage. * Coordinator and deliver communication plans and communications. * Serve as a liaison between agency and other state and federal agencies. * Serve on management committees or other governing boards. * Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development. * Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary. What You'll Need for Success: The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either * a Master's Degree with 1+ years of experience, or * a Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of experience, or * a Associate's Degree with 5+ years of experience, or * at least 7+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role. You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment: * Specialized knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education. * Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations. * Extensive knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs. * Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications. * Ability to communicate orally and in writing. * The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. * Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders. * Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles. * Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow. * Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets. * Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: * Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans * Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards * Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution * Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match * Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options * A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: * 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers * Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave * Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off * 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years * Education Reimbursement Program * Group life insurance * Referral Bonus program * Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits * Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program * Free Parking for most positions * Free LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at ***************. Current Employee? Click here to apply.