Program Specialist- Social Services
State of Louisiana•Baton Rouge, LA
•Onsite
About The Position
This position serves as a Program Specialist within the Child Welfare Section, with a primary focus on clearance processing. The incumbent is responsible for managing and maintaining sensitive and critical information related to caregivers, employees, CASA volunteers, and other applicable parties. If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you!
Requirements
- Five years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus two years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR A bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR An advanced degree in a social science field, public health, counseling, social work, rehabilitation services, business, public, or health administration, or Juris Doctorate plus one year of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services.
- Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
- Selected candidates must pass a Drug Test, Criminal Background check, State Central Registry check, and Louisiana State Police Sex Offender and Child Predator Registry check.
- The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).
Nice To Haves
- May be required to possess a valid driver's license & access to a personal vehicle.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for receiving State Central Registry Clearances and correctly and timely research and respond.
- Interpret data reports from outside agencies regarding clearances completed and funding for clearances.
- Assist with compiling and receiving information from local DCFS parish offices.
- Provide notifications to clients of their right to appeals and review of findings.
- Communicate with stakeholder with regards to due process and state central registry clearances.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
