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Missouri Department of Social Services – Children’s Division

*Event Location: 1107 Kings highway Rolla, MO 65401

Associate/Social Services Specialist (I/II/III)

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- Bring your resume, transcripts (if applicable), 3 references, and a valid driver's license.

Position Overview:

The Children’s Division is seeking dedicated professionals to serve as Associate/Social Services Specialists (I, II, and III). Specialists deliver and coordinate protective services involving neglected, abused, or exploited children, foster care, parent services, and adoptions. The role includes working directly with families, conducting case management, providing referrals, coordinating services, and maintaining stability for children through in-home and community-based support.

Job Details - More reasons to love this position 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 are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here..

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact: For more information contact: Miguel.Rodriguez@dss.mo.gov

Please be sure to bring your resume, transcripts (if applicable) and 3 references to the event.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.

Responsibilities

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- Record and maintain case activity, preparing all required reports.
- Refer families and children to community resources and collaborate with other agencies.
- Evaluate children’s needs and eligibility for services through interviews and assessments.
- Deliver protective services for neglected, abused, or exploited children.
- Coordinate foster care, adoption, and family-centered services.
- Provide in-home crisis intervention, visitation, and consultation to foster parents and families.
- Work closely with law enforcement, juvenile officers, and community partners.
- Attend court hearings and case staffing as needed.
- Perform related duties as assigned.

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