State of Missouri
Associate/Social Services Specialist (I/II/III)
State of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, United States
Associate/Social Services Specialist (I/II/III)
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Associate/Social Services Specialist (I/II/III)
role at
State of Missouri .
Job Location:
Base is in Columbia, Missouri.
Current rate for this position:
$44,630.40 – $51,602.16. Individuals selected 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.
Are you passionate about helping people? Do you love working with children and families? Do you enjoy assisting people in difficult circumstances? The Department of Social Services – Children’s Division cares for at‑risk children and families by providing family preservation and reunification services, investigating allegations of abuse and neglect, and conducting foster care and adoption case management. If you want to be part of a great team working to make a difference, please come join us!
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 and juvenile officers, other public officials, and community organizations regarding family and children issues.
Represent Children’s Division during court hearings and other meetings related to casework.
Respond to the needs of children in their homes and throughout the community, providing transportation if needed.
Minimum Qualifications Social Services Specialist I
High School Diploma or High School Equivalent and four or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
OR
A 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 High School Equivalent and five or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
OR
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Social Work or a comparable human services field (substitutions allowed).
One or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
Social Services Specialist III
High School Diploma or High School Equivalent and seven or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
OR
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Social Work or a comparable human services field (substitutions allowed).
Three or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
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 benefits and more that is offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
CD-HR@dss.mo.gov
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries Government Administration
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Associate/Social Services Specialist (I/II/III)
role at
State of Missouri .
Job Location:
Base is in Columbia, Missouri.
Current rate for this position:
$44,630.40 – $51,602.16. Individuals selected 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.
Are you passionate about helping people? Do you love working with children and families? Do you enjoy assisting people in difficult circumstances? The Department of Social Services – Children’s Division cares for at‑risk children and families by providing family preservation and reunification services, investigating allegations of abuse and neglect, and conducting foster care and adoption case management. If you want to be part of a great team working to make a difference, please come join us!
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 and juvenile officers, other public officials, and community organizations regarding family and children issues.
Represent Children’s Division during court hearings and other meetings related to casework.
Respond to the needs of children in their homes and throughout the community, providing transportation if needed.
Minimum Qualifications Social Services Specialist I
High School Diploma or High School Equivalent and four or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
OR
A 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 High School Equivalent and five or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
OR
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Social Work or a comparable human services field (substitutions allowed).
One or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
Social Services Specialist III
High School Diploma or High School Equivalent and seven or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
OR
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Social Work or a comparable human services field (substitutions allowed).
Three or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in‑home family crisis intervention services.
Valid vehicle operator’s license.
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 benefits and more that is offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
CD-HR@dss.mo.gov
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries Government Administration
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