Disaster Case Manager

Job Responsibilities The SC Office of Resilience is seeking two (2) qualified candidates to assist in their Disaster Recovery Department. Candidate must live within commuting distance to the following counties: Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Hampton, Jasper, Orangeburg. The purpose of the position is to assist disaster survivors in navigating the complex and long disaster recovery process, and ensuring their unmet needs are met within the limitation of resources available. The position brings disaster survivors into the agency's disaster case management and housing programs. In this position you will be responsible for the programmatic intake of disaster survivors. Responsible for assessing the needs of disaster survivors and connecting them with essential resources to support their long‑term recovery. Coordinates a wide range of services including housing repairs, health care, and emotional support, to ensure that survivors receive the assistance they need. Works closely with relief organizations, government agencies, and local resource providers to develop personalized recovery plans tailored to meet each client's specific needs. Minimum And Additional Requirements A high school diploma and relevant human services or social services experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required experience. Additional Requirements Knowledge of SCOR's organization, community resources and public assistance programs. Knowledge and skills in conducting individual needs assessment. Ability to conduct interviews and surveys. Ability to conduct investigations, draw conclusions and recommend action required. Ability to maintain effective relationships with clients, their families and personnel from various agencies and external advocacy agencies. Ability to communicate effectively. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination. The Office of Resilience 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of South Carolina