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Establishing or Modifying a Child Support Order
A child support order is a legal document, filed through the court, which determines how much the other parent will pay and includes additional important aspects, like the payment structure and provisions for the child’s h...


Locating Absent Parents and Available Enforcement Remedies
Before a case can be scheduled for an Administrative or Judicial Hearing by one of our Regional Offices, the case is referred to the Central Parent Locate Service (CPLS). How does CPLS work? CPLS collects and verifies the...


Parents Who Owe Child Support
Children thrive when both parents are responsible and active in their lives. Since children don’t come with an instruction book, sometimes it is helpful to look for outside resources to become the best parent you can be fo...


Visitation Involvement Parenting
Success Story: Coordination between DSS and Fatherhood Programs yields results! Read a success story, click here. The Child Support Services Division (CSSD) does not have the authority to address custody and visitation is...


Links and Resources
Responsible Father Registry If you think that you may have fathered a child, you may register with the Responsible Father Registry to protect your rights should the child be placed for adoption. Application for Services ...


About
The Department’s Mission To serve South Carolina by promoting the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and vulnerable adults, helping individuals achieve stability and strengthening families.


Agency Overview
The Department of Social Services (DSS) is a cabinet agency with the State Director appointed by the Governor of South Carolina with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Department has offices in each county and regio...


Careers
Your new career starts here! DSS is a diverse organization that offers professionals multiple opportunities to grow while serving the citizens of South Carolina. We are looking for motivated and career-driven individuals w...


Internships
Internships at DSS The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) is committed to it's mission of serving South Carolina by promoting the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and vulnerable adults, hel...


Child Welfare BSW Scholars Tuition Assistance Program
If you have the heart, the confidence, passion and the commitment it takes to pursue a career in child welfare, we have tuition assistance for you! Our mandate, as the state’s child welfare agency, encompasses a wide rang...