Department of Child Safety

Leaders in Child Protection | Partners in Child Well-Being

The Arizona Department of Child Safety is charged with child protection, but we also serve as a visionary leader in primary prevention, partnering with other family-serving agencies and community organizations to improve community health and strengthen families.

Sep 15, 2026
Full time
$17.34 hourly
Department of Child Safety Maricopa, AZ
CASE AIDE - RECORD ASSISTANT 663 W. Main Ave. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 https://dcs.az.gov/careers Salary: $17.3484 hourly Closing Date: 9/21/2026     Make An Impact With DCS At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "Compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work diligently to protect and support the safety, well-being, and future of vulnerable children and families across the state.  DCS is proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and the work we do each day to build a safer, more compassionate and more resilient Arizona. Why DCS? Working for DCS is more than a just a job – it’s a mission-driven career that offers purpose, growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference.  You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about child welfare and committed to serving with integrity, compassion,...
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
$17.34 hourly
Department of Child Safety Eloy, AZ
CASE AIDE - RECORD ASSISTANT 663 W. Main Ave. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 https://dcs.az.gov/careers Salary: $17.3484 hourly Closing Date: 9/21/2026     Make An Impact With DCS At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "Compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work diligently to protect and support the safety, well-being, and future of vulnerable children and families across the state.  DCS is proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and the work we do each day to build a safer, more compassionate and more resilient Arizona. Why DCS? Working for DCS is more than a just a job – it’s a mission-driven career that offers purpose, growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference.  You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about child welfare and committed to serving with integrity, compassion,...
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
$15.77 hourly
Department of Child Safety Glendale, AZ
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing case management assistance to the Department of Child Safety Specialists. Alternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends and holidays at the discretion of the supervisor. Candidates who are successfully employed as Case Aide for five (5) years will be eligible to apply for a promotional opportunity to a DCS Specialist Position, grade 16 ($34,978/annually). JOB DUTIES: - Supervises visitation meetings among clients (natural parents and children) to ensure compliance - Assists DCS Case Managers with filing, disclosers, packets, case notes, etc. - Enters case notes into Children’s Information Library and Data Source (CHILDS) system - Drives on state business - Assists clients with application processes as needed - Provides other clerical support - Transports children to scheduled appointments - Participates in a variety of meetings and/or client hearings, as...
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
$17.34 hourly
Department of Child Safety Peoria, AZ
ASSISTANT CASE MANAGER (“CASE AIDE”) JOB LOCATION:  Offices are located in Avondale, Glendale, Peoria, and Phoenix POSTING DETAILS: Salary: 17.3483 Grade: 14 WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves " compassioneers " because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Case Aide at DCS can be a life-changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and families, DCS is the place for you. Together we can make a difference through service! Candidates who are successfully employed as Case Aide for five (4) years will be eligible to apply for a promotional opportunity to a...
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
$17.34 hourly
Department of Child Safety Casa Grande, AZ
CASE AIDE  Job Location: Office Child Welfare Investigations 663 W Main Ave., Casa Grande, AZ 85122 Posting Details: Salary: $17.348/hourly  Grade: 14   Job Summary: Under immediate to general supervision, this position provides a variety of services to families, children and adults in various social service programs in the Department of Child Safety (DCS). Duties include assisting individuals and families with application process, providing case management assistance to participants involved in DCS, as well as providing clerical support, as needed.   Job Duties: Provides one on one instructions/role playing to DCS clients on home arrangement and child development; refers clients to appropriate community resources; and assesses clients in regards to the needs and abilities as outlined by the case manager. Transports/escorts clients to scheduled appointments and makes arrangements for appointments;...
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
$17.34 hourly
Department of Child Safety Casa Grande, AZ
CASE AIDE - RECORDS ASSISTANT Job Location: 1355 S CLEARVIEW AVE, STE 300 MESA, ARIZONA 85209 Posting Details: Salary: $17.3484 hourly Grade: 14 WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Case Aide-Record Assistant at DCS can be a life-changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and families, DCS is the place for you. Together we can make a difference through service! Candidates who are successfully employed as Case Aide for four (4) years will be eligible to apply for a promotional opportunity to a DCS Specialist...
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
Department of Child Safety Cottonwood, AZ
CASE MANAGER-CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST JOB LOCATION:   Offices are located in Bullhead City, Lake Havasu, Cottonwood, Kingman, Flagstaff, Fredonia, Page and Prescott You will be able to choose office locations in the application.   POSTING DETAILS:   Salary: $21.7068  Grade: 17; Open Until Filled; Applications Reviewed Daily WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Child Safety Specialist can be a life-changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and families, DCS is the place for...
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
$21.70 hourly
Department of Child Safety Flagstaff, AZ
CASE MANAGER-CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST JOB LOCATION:   Offices are located in Bullhead City, Lake Havasu, Cottonwood, Kingman, Flagstaff, Fredonia, Page and Prescott You will be able to choose office locations in the application.     POSTING DETAILS: Salary: 21.7068  Grade: 17; Open Until Filled/Applications Reviewed Daily WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Child Safety Specialist can be a life-changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and families, DCS is the place for...
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
$21.70 hourly
Department of Child Safety Marana, AZ
CASE MANAGER-CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST JOB LOCATION: Our Casa Grande office services surrounding cities such as Marana, Maricopa, Florence, Coolidge, Eloy, Arizona City Our Apache Junction office services surrounding cities such as Mesa, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Gold Canyon, East Mesa and Payson POSTING DETAILS: Salary: 21.7068  Grade: 17; Open Until Filled; Applications Reviewed Daily WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Child Safety Specialist can be a life-changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$29.08 hourly
Department of Child Safety San Tan Valley, AZ
INVESTIGATOR Office of Child Welfare Investigations Job Location: 1355 S Clearview Ave., Mesa, AZ 85209 Work will be conducted throughout the East Valley and Pinal County Posting Details: Hourly Salary: $29.0866 Grade: 20 Job Summary: As a Child Welfare Investigative Specialist, you'll lead high-impact investigations into serious allegations of child abuse or neglect. You'll conduct home visits, interview families, partner with law enforcement, and document your findings to support child safety. Working within an OCWI unit, you'll have support while exercising independent judgment throughout each case, following county join-investigation protocols from start to finish. If you're driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference, this role offers the chance to create real, lasting impact for children and families. Job Duties: Assesses, responds to and conducts investigations in conjunction with...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$29.08 hourly
Department of Child Safety Queen Creek, AZ
INVESTIGATOR Office of Child Welfare Investigations Job Location: 1355 S Clearview Ave., Mesa, AZ 85209 Work will be conducted throughout the East Valley and Pinal County Posting Details: Hourly Salary: $29.0866 Grade: 20 Job Summary: As a Child Welfare Investigative Specialist, you'll lead high-impact investigations into serious allegations of child abuse or neglect. You'll conduct home visits, interview families, partner with law enforcement, and document your findings to support child safety. Working within an OCWI unit, you'll have support while exercising independent judgment throughout each case, following county join-investigation protocols from start to finish. If you're driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference, this role offers the chance to create real, lasting impact for children and families. Job Duties: Assesses, responds to and conducts investigations in conjunction with...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$29.08 hourly
Department of Child Safety Apache Junction, AZ
INVESTIGATOR Office of Child Welfare Investigations Job Location: 1355 S Clearview Ave., Mesa, AZ 85209 Work will be conducted throughout the East Valley and Pinal County Posting Details: Hourly Salary: $29.0866 Grade: 20 Job Summary: As a Child Welfare Investigative Specialist, you'll lead high-impact investigations into serious allegations of child abuse or neglect. You'll conduct home visits, interview families, partner with law enforcement, and document your findings to support child safety. Working within an OCWI unit, you'll have support while exercising independent judgment throughout each case, following county join-investigation protocols from start to finish. If you're driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference, this role offers the chance to create real, lasting impact for children and families. Job Duties: Assesses, responds to and conducts investigations in conjunction with...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$29.08 hourly
Department of Child Safety AZ
INVESTIGATOR OFFICE OF CHILD WELFARE INVESTIGATIONS Job Location: Maricopa County Posting Details: Hourly Salary: $29.0865 Grade: 20 Job Summary: The Child Welfare Investigative Specialist primarily investigates criminal conduct reports with allegations of felony child abuse and/or neglect, which may have resulted in serious injury, or death of a child. This position conducts home visits, and documents interviews, testifies in court, assists and trains staff in the navigation of a variety of registries and inter-agency databases. Under supervision, with latitude for independent action and decision-making, the Child Welfare Investigative Specialist is assigned to an OCWI unit. The Child Welfare Investigative Specialist adheres to county specific joint investigation protocol throughout the investigation. Job Duties: • Assesses, responds to and investigates criminal conduct reports, in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders,...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$29.08 hourly
Department of Child Safety AZ
INVESTIGATOR OFFICE OF CHILD WELFARE INVESTIGATIONS Job Location: 3550 N Oracle Rd. Tucson, AZ 85705 Posting Details: Hourly Salary: $29.0866 Grade: 20 Job Summary: The Child Welfare Investigative Specialist primarily investigates criminal conduct reports with allegations of felony child abuse and/or neglect, which may have resulted in serious injury, or death of a child. This position conducts home visits, and documents interviews, testifies in court, assists and trains staff in the navigation of a variety of registries and inter-agency databases. Under supervision, with latitude for independent action and decision-making, the Child Welfare Investigative Specialist is assigned to an Office of Child Welfare Investigations (OCWI) unit. The Child Welfare Investigative Specialist adheres to county specific joint investigation protocol throughout the investigation. Job Duties: Assesses, responds to and conducts...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$17.34 hourly
Department of Child Safety Gilbert, AZ
ASSISTANT CASE MANAGER (“CASE AIDE”) Job Location: There are 4 office locations located throughout Maricopa East in the cities of Mesa, Gilbert and Phoenix. You will be able to choose a specific office location during the application process. Posting Details: Salary: $17.34 Grade: 14 Visit the Arizona Department of Child Safety’s, Career Opportunities page for more information:  https://dcs.az.gov/careers WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves " compassioneers " because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Case Aide at DCS can be a life-changing event! If you have a...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$17.34 hourly
Department of Child Safety Mesa, AZ
ASSISTANT CASE MANAGER (“CASE AIDE”) Job Location: There are 4 office locations located throughout Maricopa East in the cities of Mesa, Gilbert and Phoenix. You will be able to choose a specific office location during the application process. Posting Details: Salary: $17.34 Grade: 14 Visit the Arizona Department of Child Safety’s, Career Opportunities page for more information:  https://dcs.az.gov/careers WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves " compassioneers " because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Case Aide at DCS can be a life-changing event! If you have a...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$17.34 hourly
Department of Child Safety Phoenix, AZ
CASE AIDE DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY OFFICE OF CHILD WELFARE INVESTIGATIONS Job Location: Address: 1925 W Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027 Posting Details: Hourly Salary: $17.3483 WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves " compassioneers " because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Case Aide at DCS can be a life-changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and families, DCS is the place for you. Together we can make a difference through service! Candidates who are successfully employed as Case Aide for five (4) years will be eligible to apply for a promotional...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$15.02 hourly
Department of Child Safety Tucson, AZ
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing case management assistance to the Department of Child Safety Specialists. Alternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends and holidays at the discretion of the supervisor. Candidates who are successfully employed as Case Aide for five (5) years will be eligible to apply for a promotional opportunity to a DCS Specialist Position, grade 16 ($34,978/annually). JOB DUTIES: - Supervises visitation meetings among clients (natural parents and children) to ensure compliance - Assists DCS Case Managers with filing, disclosers, packets, case notes, etc. - Enters case notes into Children’s Information Library and Data Source (CHILDS) system - Drives on state business - Assists clients with application processes as needed - Provides other clerical support - Transports children to scheduled appointments - Participates in a variety of meetings and/or client hearings, as...
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
$21.70 hourly
Department of Child Safety Bullhead City, AZ
CASE MANAGER-CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST JOB LOCATION:   Offices are located in Bullhead City, Lake Havasu, Cottonwood, Kingman, Flagstaff, Fredonia, Page and Prescott You will be able to choose office locations in the application.     POSTING DETAILS: Salary: 21.7068  Grade: 17; Open Until Filled/Applications Reviewed Daily WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Child Safety Specialist can be a life-changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and families, DCS is the place for...
Jul 13, 2026
Full time
$21.70 hourly
Department of Child Safety Queen Creek, AZ
CASE MANAGER-CHILD SAFETY SPECIALIST JOB LOCATION: Our Casa Grande office services surrounding cities such as Marana, Maricopa, Florence, Coolidge, Eloy, Arizona City Our Apache Junction office services surrounding cities such as Mesa, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Gold Canyon, East Mesa and Payson POSTING DETAILS: Salary: 21.7068  Grade: 17; Open Until Filled; Applications Reviewed Daily WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us every day. Becoming a Child Safety Specialist can be a life-changing event! If you have a passion to work with children and...