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

State of Missouri; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance eligibility

Job summary

Missouri Department of Social Services – Children’s Division seeks Associate/Social Services Specialists (I/II/III) to protect at‑risk children and support families through in-home and community-based services.

Duties include case management, referrals to resources, collaboration with law enforcement, and court appearances as needed. Positions require either a high school diploma with 4+ years of experience or a bachelor’s degree with substitutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in protective services or related field preferred.
• Ability to coordinate services and work with families.
• Statewide travel and on-call may be required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate protective services for children.
• Conduct case management, referrals, and assessments.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and community partners.
• Attend court hearings and case staffing as needed.

Skills

Case management

Interviews & assessments

Referrals to resources

Family support

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree substitutions allowed

Job description

Missouri Department of Social Services – Children’s Division

*Event Location: 1107 Kings highway Rolla, MO 65401

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

• 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.

• 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.

Associate Social Services Specialist (Level I), $1,859.60 semi-monthly

High School Diploma or equivalent, and 4+ years of professional experience in protective servicesOR a Bachelor’s degree (substitutions allowed).

Social Services Specialist (Level II), $2,021.22semi-monthly

High School Diploma or equivalent, and 5+ years of experience in protective servicesOR a Bachelor’s degree (substitutions allowed) plus 1+ year of experience.

Social Services Specialist (Level III), $2,150.09 semi-monthly

High School Diploma or equivalent, and 6+ years of experience in protective servicesOR a Bachelor’s degree (substitutions allowed) plus 2+ years of experience.

A valid vehicle operator’s license is required.

Position may require statewide travel and being on-call.

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.

For more information contact: [e-mail]

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