DCS Case Aide - Parenting Time Coordinator

Arizona Department of Administration•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Child Safety is hiring a Case Aide - Parenting Time Coordinator in Tucson, Arizona. The role helps ensure families have safe parenting time tailored to their individual needs. The coordinator develops, documents, and implements individualized parenting time plans through observation and collaboration, coordinates schedules and coverage among assigned Parenting Time Case Aides, and supports effective calendar management and efficient use of resources. The position partners with DCS Specialists and Supervisors during clinical supervision and case planning, participates in multidisciplinary case meetings, monitors and analyzes parenting time data for children in out-of-home care, and coaches Case Aides to strengthen service quality and documentation. The coordinator also identifies trends and works with leadership on improvement strategies. Work outside regular hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime, may be required. The position pays $21.00 per hour. After four years of successful service, employees are eligible for promotion to DCS Specialist Trainee, listed at $21.70 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience working as a Department of Child Safety Case Aide, or two years of experience working as a parent aide or visitation aide.
Valid driver's license and a satisfactory 39-month driving record.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), as required for newly hired State employees.
Build professional, trust-based relationships with families and colleagues.
Communicate clearly and compassionately in sensitive situations.
Develop and document parenting time plans based on observation and collaboration.
Coordinate parenting time schedules and staffing coverage using strong organizational and calendar management skills.
Manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing needs.
Coach and support other Case Aides to maintain high-quality services.
Use Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and digital scheduling tools effectively.
Knowledge of child development and family systems.
Knowledge of child welfare and parenting time practices.
Knowledge of basic human and social services principles.
Knowledge of safety practices related to child supervision and transportation.
Work history, Central Registry, and Public Record will be considered.
Driving or use of a vehicle is an essential function of the job for conducting State business.

Responsibilities

Ensure families experience safe parenting time that meets their individual needs.
Develop, document, and implement individualized parenting time plans through observation and collaboration.
Coordinate schedules across assigned Parenting Time Case Aides to ensure consistent coverage, effective calendar management, and efficient use of resources.
Partner with DCS Specialists and Supervisors during clinical supervision and case planning.
Participate in multidisciplinary case meetings to support family progress and child safety.
Monitor and analyze parenting time data for children in out-of-home care.
Coach and support Parenting Time Case Aides to improve service quality and documentation.
Identify trends and collaborate with leadership on improvement strategies.
Work outside regular hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime, if required.