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Nashville, TN ยท On-site

$18/hr

We help parents navigate child support -- not as enforcers, but as partners working toward ... This entry level Caseworker position provides Child Support Services by managing a caseload to ...

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How much do entry level case worker jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level case worker in the United States is $47,429.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $54,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level case workers, and how can they effectively manage these challenges?

Entry level case workers often encounter challenges such as high caseloads, emotional stress from working with vulnerable populations, and navigating complex administrative requirements. To manage these challenges, it's important to prioritize organizational skills, seek guidance from more experienced colleagues, and take advantage of available supervision and training. Building resilience and practicing self-care can also help maintain a healthy work-life balance. Regular communication within the team ensures support and fosters a collaborative environment.

What does an Entry Level Case Worker do?

An Entry Level Case Worker assists individuals and families by providing support, resources, and guidance to help them overcome personal or social challenges. They typically work under the supervision of experienced case managers and help with tasks like assessing client needs, connecting clients to community services, and maintaining case files. Their work often involves interviewing clients, creating service plans, and monitoring client progress to ensure they receive the help they need.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level Case Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Case Worker, you need a background in social work or a related field, knowledge of community resources, and strong organizational abilities. Familiarity with case management software, client recordkeeping systems, and sometimes a relevant certification such as a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) is beneficial. Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication set exceptional case workers apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for supporting clients effectively, managing caseloads, and facilitating successful outcomes in social services.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Case Worker job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,429 per year, or $22.8 per hour.
Caseworker

Caseworker

Veritas HHS LLC

Nashville, TN โ€ข On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description:

Veritas-HHS seeks several Caseworkers to work at the 20th Judicial District Child Support Services of TN office located in Nashville; TN. Caseworkers are needed for the following departments: establishment, enforcement, intergovernmental, early intervention & IWO monitoring and locate/monitoring.


Job type: Full-time/In-person

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm

Starting rate: $18.00/hr


About the Company

Veritas-HHS provides consulting and operational expertise to health and human services agencies at the state and county levels. We bring together experienced and sophisticated subject matter experts to help solve the many challenges of providing better and more efficient services in a time of rapidly evolving policies and delivery systems.

Our Company Culture is driven by our mission and core values. Placing our people at the forefront of everything we do is the backbone to our success and why people really enjoy working for Veritas-HHS. Hereโ€™s our Mission and Core Values.


Mission โ€“ Do socially useful work, have fun, and prosper.

Core Values โ€“ Integrity, innovation and creativity, quality of work, and customer service/teamwork.

Most places you work, someone else owns the outcome. Here, you do.

Veritas HHS is a management and employee-owned company serving families across 22 offices in North Carolina, Maryland, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. We help parents navigate child support โ€” not as enforcers, but as partners working toward stability for kids and families. That work matters, and the people doing it should share in what gets built. We pride ourselves on our mission and employee ownership is how we back that up โ€“ Your success and the companyโ€™s success are one in the same, by design. Employee ownership is just one of the many things we offer to show value to not only our company, but to our employees. Itโ€™s one of the many ways we give back to those that do socially useful work, prosper, and have fun.


Benefits we offer:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • STD, LTD
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Telehealth Services
  • Paid Time Off
  • Volunteer Paid Time Off
  • Time off provided on most State Holidays
  • Nectar Rewards
  • On-Demand Pay

About this Position:

This entry level Caseworker position provides Child Support Services by managing a caseload to obtain results for customers that include but are not limited to establishing paternity and medical and child support court orders and ensuring that parents meet their financial obligations.


Our Training Process:

We strive to provide the best possible training experience for all new hires. To ensure a strong foundation, all new employees will begin with a three-week training program led by our Chief Trainer. During this time, you will gain an overall understanding of the child support process as well as your departmentโ€™s policies and procedures.
Following this, your departmentโ€™s Team Lead will continue your training, going more in-depth to provide you with specialized knowledge related to your role. In addition, you will be enrolled in state new hire training and training specific to your department to further support your development.

Work Schedule:

In office, Monday โ€“ Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

One-hour unpaid lunch break and two fifteen-minute paid breaks.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Analyze case information and take the next steps pursuant to State policies and procedures.
  • Conduct interviews/collect DNA samples/negotiate consents/refer to community services.
  • Prepare legal documents and correspondence related to a case.
  • Work state system prompts to keep case information current and support automated case actions.
  • Perform annual reviews on assigned cases.
  • Perform initial locate activities.
  • Track own performance through special reports.
  • Receive, evaluate, and resolve customer problems and complaints.
  • Update state system with appropriate new information and records detail of customer contacts.
  • Take all actions available to resolve customer concerns.
  • Other related duties as assigned.


Requirements:

Associateโ€™s degree or Paralegal Certification preferred.

At least two years of experience in legal environment or government case processing; public contact experience preferred.

Education can be substituted for years of experience.

Demonstrated ability to communicate, participate in a team environment and commit to team and office goals and core values.


Final candidates will be subject to a background check as part of the hiring process. The background check process requires submitting your fingerprints at one of the listed facilities. Please note that it may take up to two weeks to clear before your start date. During this time, you will also begin your online onboarding paperwork, which should be completed in a timely manner.


This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the position. Incumbents are held accountable for all duties of the position.