As a Family Case Manager with DCS, you will investigate child abuse or neglect allegations and work toward ensuring children grow up in safe, stable, and supportive environments. Whether that means helping families reunify, supporting adoptions, or guiding youth into adulthood, your work will be life-changing. This position is ideal for someone passionate about social work, who thrives in a challenging but rewarding environment, and is ready to make a difference every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate reports of child abuse or neglect and assess risks to children

• Remove children from harmful situations and place them in safe environments if necessary

• Develop and monitor case plans and treatment services for families

• Provide testimony and prepare documentation for juvenile court hearings

• Visit children in out-of-home care and coordinate permanency efforts

• Work with families and service providers to achieve family reunification or adoption

• Maintain accurate case files and support community partnerships

• Respond to emergency calls and assist during on-call hours

Qualifications

We’re looking for candidates who meet one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree (required), OR

• Associate’s degree with 2 years of human services experience, OR

• 30 college credit hours with 3 years of human services experience, OR

• 5 years of human services job experience

Additional requirements:

• Valid driver’s license

• Knowledge of child welfare policies, behavioral science principles, and social work practices

• Ability to work with diverse families and children with special needs

• Strong communication, crisis management, and documentation skills

Why Join Us?

At DCS, we support children and families in some of their hardest moments. Your work matters, and we offer benefits that help you thrive, including:

• Starting Salary: $47,320 annually (commensurate with experience)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Wellness Rewards Program with gift card incentives

• Health savings account with bi-weekly state contribution

• Two fully-funded pension plans + 457(b) retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, community service, parental and childbirth recovery leave

• 12–14 paid holidays per year

• Education reimbursement

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

• Employee assistance program for mental health support

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer

How to Apply

If you’re ready to be a force for good in the lives of children and families, apply now for the Family Case Manager role in Tell City, Indiana. Visit www.in.gov/spd or contact the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov for more information or application support.

💼 Job Type: Full-time | On-Site
📍 Service Area: Perry County
💰 Salary: Starting at $47,320/year