Program Coordinator I - 60006842 - Chester/ Fairfield

Full Job Description

Program Coordinator I: Under limited supervision, responsible for casework, court preparation and court attendance for cases in which there is no volunteer Guardian ad Litem appointed. Must operate in accordance with the best practices and policies of the South Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program. Additional responsibilities to include training and public relations components as the needs of the circuit/county changes.

Under limited supervision, the employee must exercise discretion regarding confidentiality, be able to complete case management and court preparation. Employee must operate within the limits of program policy and state statute pertaining to child welfare and exercise sound judgment.

Performs direct advocacy for victims of abuse/neglect within the assigned judicial circuit on cases to ensure compliance with law, policy and program'sobjectives regarding the best interest of children until such time a volunteer Guardian ad Litem can be appointed.

Direct advocacy may also includecourtesy visits for staff members and volunteers in other counties.

Maintains current programmatic knowledge of child-specific and hearing related information in assigned caseload. Completes monthly monitoring
reports and inputs the data into database. Maintain accurate case file.

Establishes and maintains positive working relationships to include relationships with the Department of Social Services, Family Court and other child
serving agencies.

Assists the coordinator with the supervision/management of volunteers, volunteer training sessions and recruitment efforts as caseload decreases.

Completes any special assignments or tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered with an approved equivalence by the Division of State Human Resources (DSHR).
  

Additional requirements:

• Employee should be computer literate.
• Ability to have strong verbal and writing skills.
• Possess a strong ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Data input experience and good time management skills are essential.
• Ability to exercise sound and objective judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive and effective working relationships with co-workers and the public is required.
• Must have extensive knowledge of policies, procedures and applicable laws, case management and advocacy.
• Must have the ability to investigate and formulate recommendations for the safety and permanency of children involved in abuse/neglect cases.
• Position may require overnight travel.
• Position may require employee to work evenings and weekends.
• Position requires routine driver duties.
• Position requires frequent lifting: 25 lbs.
• Position requires non-essential declaration.
• Position may be required to report to work during emergency situations.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree.
  

Additional Information

The SC Department of Children's Advocacy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The SC Department of Children's Advocacy offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Retirement benefit choices*
State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.