SOCIAL SERVICES ASSISTANT

State of Arkansas•McGehee, AR

2d•$35,610 - $52,703•Onsite

About The Position

Social Services Assistants play an important role in supporting children and families involved with the Division of Children and Family Services (DCFS). This position provides direct support to families through transportation assistance, supervision of family time, and engagement with children and caregivers to help support safety, stability, and well-being. Frequent in-state travel required – and this job will require mornings, evenings and weekends because flexibility to meet the needs of the family is a must. The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Minimum of six months of work experience in human services programs or public service.
Required to have a background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to safely supervise and transport children of various ages.
Ability to support families through positive communication, professionalism, and dependable service delivery.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work with all ages of children and adult clients including but limited to engagement on parenting and basic life skills, time management, strong communication and organization is preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with different community partners, agency staff and the families we serve.

Responsibilities

Assist in client intake and service referrals.
Provide basic counseling and resource navigation.
Maintain accurate records and case documentation.
Support community outreach and public education initiatives.
Coordinate scheduling and follow-ups for client services.
Provide direct support to families through transportation assistance, supervision of family time, and engagement with children and caregivers to help support safety, stability, and well-being.