State of Missouri
Associate/Social Services Specialist (I/II/III)
State of Missouri, Ozark, Missouri, United States, 65721
Associate/Social Services Specialist (I/II/III)
Base is in Ozark, MO. All internal promotional applicants are encouraged to apply as there may be alternate office space available. Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g., shift, or time-of-service pay).
The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth, and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy, and productive lives. This role focuses on preserving at‑risk children and families, investigating allegations of abuse and neglect, and conducting foster care and adoption case management.
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with partnering agencies who serve children and families.
Assist families to attain and maintain stability through appropriate casework, home management, or referral for more skilled counseling treatment.
Interact with law enforcement, juvenile officers, other public officials, and community organizations regarding family and child issues.
Represent Children’s Division during court hearings and other meetings related to case work.
Respond to the needs of children in their homes and throughout the community, providing transportation, if needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Associate Social Services Specialist (I):
High School Diploma or equivalent AND four or more years of professional experience in a public or private agency delivering protective services, including casework/case management in investigation of abuse or neglect, coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family‑centered services, treatment/rehabilitation, or providing in‑home crisis intervention services, AND possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. OR bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Social Work or a comparable human services field (substitutions allowed).
Social Services Specialist (II):
High School Diploma or equivalent AND five or more years of professional experience in a public or private agency delivering protective services, including casework/case management in investigation of abuse or neglect, coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family‑centered services, treatment/rehabilitation, or providing in‑home crisis intervention services, AND possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. OR bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (substitutions allowed) with one or more years of professional experience in the same areas.
Social Services Specialist (III):
High School Diploma or equivalent AND six or more years of professional experience in a public or private agency delivering protective services, including casework/case management in investigation of abuse or neglect, coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family‑centered services, treatment/rehabilitation, or providing in‑home crisis intervention services, AND possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. OR bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (substitutions allowed) with two or more years of professional experience in the same areas.
A combination of earned credit hours from an accredited college or university in the preferred fields such as social work, family and child development, special education, psychology, sociology, or related behavioral sciences and experience described may substitute for the stated qualifications. Thirty credit hours are equivalent to one year of experience. Professional experience as described must be of a substantial period of time (over 50% of time).
Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work a combination evening/weekend shift.
Excellent problem‑solving and time‑management skills.
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Availability to be in the on‑call rotation one weekend a month.
Ability to travel throughout the State of Missouri as needed.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of the benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
CD-HR@dss.mo.gov
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The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth, and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy, and productive lives. This role focuses on preserving at‑risk children and families, investigating allegations of abuse and neglect, and conducting foster care and adoption case management.
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with partnering agencies who serve children and families.
Assist families to attain and maintain stability through appropriate casework, home management, or referral for more skilled counseling treatment.
Interact with law enforcement, juvenile officers, other public officials, and community organizations regarding family and child issues.
Represent Children’s Division during court hearings and other meetings related to case work.
Respond to the needs of children in their homes and throughout the community, providing transportation, if needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Associate Social Services Specialist (I):
High School Diploma or equivalent AND four or more years of professional experience in a public or private agency delivering protective services, including casework/case management in investigation of abuse or neglect, coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family‑centered services, treatment/rehabilitation, or providing in‑home crisis intervention services, AND possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. OR bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Social Work or a comparable human services field (substitutions allowed).
Social Services Specialist (II):
High School Diploma or equivalent AND five or more years of professional experience in a public or private agency delivering protective services, including casework/case management in investigation of abuse or neglect, coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family‑centered services, treatment/rehabilitation, or providing in‑home crisis intervention services, AND possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. OR bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (substitutions allowed) with one or more years of professional experience in the same areas.
Social Services Specialist (III):
High School Diploma or equivalent AND six or more years of professional experience in a public or private agency delivering protective services, including casework/case management in investigation of abuse or neglect, coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family‑centered services, treatment/rehabilitation, or providing in‑home crisis intervention services, AND possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. OR bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (substitutions allowed) with two or more years of professional experience in the same areas.
A combination of earned credit hours from an accredited college or university in the preferred fields such as social work, family and child development, special education, psychology, sociology, or related behavioral sciences and experience described may substitute for the stated qualifications. Thirty credit hours are equivalent to one year of experience. Professional experience as described must be of a substantial period of time (over 50% of time).
Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work a combination evening/weekend shift.
Excellent problem‑solving and time‑management skills.
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Availability to be in the on‑call rotation one weekend a month.
Ability to travel throughout the State of Missouri as needed.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of the benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
CD-HR@dss.mo.gov
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at State of Missouri by 2x.
Get notified about new Service Associate jobs in Ozark, MO.
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