Administrative Coordinator — Child Welfare Programs

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services seeks an Administrative Coordinator to provide clerical and programmatic support for the East Baton Rouge Parish Child Welfare Office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

This position focuses on administering Foster Care, Adoption, and Family Services programs, handling calls, scheduling, and data entry while following state civil service rules. It offers diverse clerical duties and opportunities for career progression within the department.

Qualifications

• No experience or training is required.
• Broad knowledge of Foster Care, Adoption, Child Protection Services, and Family Services Programs.
• ACESS System and basic computer skills are desirable.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides clerical support to the East Baton Rouge Parish Child Welfare Office.
• Supports staff with scheduling, training, and documentation.
• Answers multi-line phone system, screens and routes calls, keeps logs of visitors and calls.
• Assists with scheduling training for individuals interested in becoming certified Foster Parents.
• Provides backup to other clerical staff and performs other duties to ensure smooth operation.

Skills

Accepting Direction

Communicating Effectively

Focusing on Customers

Adapting to Change

Displaying Professionalism

Following Policies and Procedures

Tools

ACESS System

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services seeks an Administrative Coordinator to provide clerical and programmatic support for the East Baton Rouge Parish Child Welfare Office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

This position focuses on administering Foster Care, Adoption, and Family Services programs, handling calls, scheduling, and data entry while following state civil service rules. It offers diverse clerical duties and opportunities for career progression within the department.