Social Services Specialist

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services • MS

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About The Position

Social Services Specialist positions at this level work under the supervision of higher levels to create and/or maintain a service plan throughout the duration of a case, including performing assessments, coordinating, and may deliver direct services with community partners and documenting all relevant activities, actions taken, and contacts involved with a case. Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience. Appointing authority may require social worker's license.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 0-2 years of experience.
• Social worker's license may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Professional commitment to child welfare.
• Personal resilience and strong self-efficacy.
• Efficient organizational and time management skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Positive work morale.
• Flexibility in thinking and problem solving.
• Realistic expectations about the challenges of the work.
• Ability to handle an unpredictable work environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain service plans throughout the duration of a case.
• Perform assessments and coordinate with community partners.
• Deliver direct services as needed.
• Document all relevant activities, actions taken, and contacts involved with a case.

Benefits

• Health/Prescription Insurance.
• Wellness Benefits.
• Life Insurance.
• Optional Insurances (dental, vision, cancer insurance).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave.
• Military Leave.
• Holidays (up to 10 paid holidays).
• Retirement Programs.
• Deferred Compensation.
• State Credit Union membership.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Career Development Training.
• Promotional Opportunities.
• Career Ladders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree