Services Specialist Assistant 8-E10 - Barry County
About The Position
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) position supports case plan implementation and permanency planning for socially and economically disadvantaged individuals receiving child welfare services, including child protective services, prevention, foster care, licensing, and adoption. The role performs a variety of activities alongside Services Specialists to support youth and families. The position is located at 430 Barfield Drive, Hastings, Michigan. Hybrid work may be considered based on operational needs and within established limits, but employees must work in the office at least three days per week. Approved remote or hybrid work must be performed within Michigan. Applicants must attach official transcripts demonstrating that they meet the education requirement, an up-to-date resume, and a cover letter. Applicants who do not have a State of Michigan driver's license but hold a valid license from another state must provide an official two-year driving record from that state.
Requirements
- Complete two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits), including at least 15 semester (23 term) credits in one or a combination of specified human services-related areas.
- For the Services Specialist Assistant 9 level: one year of experience equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 8.
- For the Services Specialist Assistant E10 level: two years of experience equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 8 or one year equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 9.
- Submit official transcripts showing the required education; transcripts must be signed by the registrar or bear the university seal. Electronic official transcripts are accepted.
- Submit an up-to-date resume and a cover letter.
- Applicants with a valid driver's license from another state who do not have a State of Michigan driver's license must provide an official two-year driving record from the state where they hold the license.
- Approved remote or hybrid work must be performed within Michigan; the position requires at least three days in the office per week.
Responsibilities
- Accompany Services Specialists on visits with youth and family members.
- Transport family members to facilitate family involvement.
- Report observations made during visits to the Services Specialist and propose recommendations as needed.
- Participate in Team Decision Meetings as needed.
- Participate in pre-placement conferences with Services Specialists.
- Assist Services Specialists in interviewing and engaging relatives and prospective adoptive parents.
- Assist Services Specialists with home studies.
- Supervise parent-youth, sibling, relative, and/or potential adoptive relative visitations.
- Observe interactions, intervene when required, and report incidents and observations to the Services Specialist.
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule may be considered based on operational needs and within established limits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
