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Commissioners approve six DSS positions to reduce foster-care caseloads after staffing surge
Summary
Davidson County commissioners approved a request from the Department of Social Services for six new positions for foster-care intake after staffing and caseload pressure increased; DSS officials cited increased intakes and active recruiting using a recruiter/headhunter.
The Davidson County Board of Commissioners on Feb. 24 approved a Department of Social Services (DSS) request to add six positions in the foster-care intake unit, a midyear staffing request officials said is intended to reduce caseload pressure.
Casey (last name not specified), who presented the item to the board, said foster-care intake has seen a notable increase in workload and that recent pay adjustments and use of a recruiter were producing hires. “The 6 positions we're seeking would get us back below…
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