APS Case Manager / 61012767

APS Case Manager / 61012767

Salary

$43,753.00 - $53,100.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

189291

Agency

Department of Social Services

Division

County Office-Richland

Opening Date

06/08/2026

Closing Date

6/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

GA14

Position Number:

61012767

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN07

Hiring Range - Min.

$43,753.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$53,100.00

Opening Date

06/08/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Responsibilities

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties:

• The APS Case Manager performs professional case management services for vulnerable adults in accordance with DSS policy and the APS ComPASS Model. This position assesses risk, provides protective interventions, and coordinates services to ensure adult safety while respecting the individual's right to self-determination. The role involves managing a caseload, collaborating with community partners and legal systems, and supporting emergency response efforts to maintain continuity of care. Will assist counties not primarily assigned to as needed and requested.
• Performs case management for an assigned caseload of vulnerable adults, including adult contact, home visits, service planning, and coordination of legal proceedings as appropriate, in accordance with DSS policy, APS ComPASS Model, and established procedures. Conducts timely assessments to determine vulnerability, abuse, neglect (including self-neglect), and exploitation, and provides protective services while respecting the adult's right to self-determination and coordinating with the adult to achieve their wishes. Treat every adult with dignity and respect. Maintains accurate, objective, and timely documentation in electronic case records in accordance with APS guidelines. Assists other counties as needed and required to be on call during nonbusiness hours.
• Recommends and coordinates, with the vulnerable adults input, necessary services in partnership with the adult to ensure safety and stability, including temporary and long-term placements and community-based supports.
• Collaborates with law enforcement and/or court systems to support emergency protective actions when necessary. Assists vulnerable adult, after hearing their desires, with securing appropriate housing, placement, or protective arrangements to ensure client safety.
• Coordinates communication with community partners, individuals, families, and internal staff to support service delivery and maintain effective working relationships.
• Assesses with medical and legal support the adult's ability to secure long-term services and supports, including facilitating access to financial resources, guardianship or conservatorship, emergency services, and coordination with probate or family court.
• Provides support during emergency shelter operations, including Red Cross shelter duty or other assigned disaster response services. Record, monitor and assist with development of adults emergency plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or Social Science.

A Bachelors Degree in any other field and one (1) year experience in a related field. A Masters Degree may be preferred for select positions.

Additional Comments

This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.

Must possess a valid drivers license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.

If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION: Adult Protective Services / Richland County

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If yes, please explain.

02

I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application may be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.

• Yes
• No

03

I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available position(s) and in the event I am offered a position with the SC Department of Social Services, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript within two (2) weeks of employment.

• Yes
• No

04

If you selected "Yes" that you are a veteran in the Agency-Wide Questions, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?

• Yes
• No

05

Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, please provide the state agency/agencies.

06

How did you hear about this job opportunity?

• HR Recruiter
• DSS Employee
• DSS Internship
• Careers Website
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• SCWORKS
• College/University Job Portal
• Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
• Radio/TV/Billboard
• Other

07

If you selected "Other" or "DSS Employee" in the previous question, please list the source below.

08

Have you completed an internship with the SC Department of Social Services?

• Yes
• No

09

Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

10

Please provide your major(s) for any completed degree(s).

11

Please select your academic status below:

• I currently have a Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or Social Science.
• I will complete my Bachelors Degree within the next 30 days.
• A Bachelors or Masters Degree in a Social work or Social Welfare program accredited by the Council on accredited institution, plus experience as a professional Social Worker.
• None of the above.

12

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience in Social Services (Ex: casework, teaching, counseling, determining eligibility for programs)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Social Services Address 1535 Confederate Avenue Extension

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201

Phone 803-898-7315 ext. 2

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.