Child Welfare Program Associate - Transport & Family Support

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services; Hernando (MS); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is seeking a Social Service Program Associate to support child welfare operations in DeSoto County. The role involves transporting children to placements, medical appointments, and supervised visits, while maintaining accurate custody and placement records.

The position emphasizes empathy, reliability, and strong organizational skills to manage flexible, sometimes unpredictable workloads and to assist families in achieving positive outcomes for

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Valid Mississippi driver’s license and auto insurance are required.
• Reliable transportation is expected for field duties.

Responsabilités

• Provide transportation for children, including relocation and placement in foster homes.
• Arrange physician visits and supervise parental visits as needed.
• Maintain an updated custody and placement list and track children’s locations.
• Teach homemaking and daily living skills to families.
• Screen for risk factors and barriers to safe placement and services.
• Answer telephone calls and perform related duties as required.

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Mississippi driver’s license / insurance

Description du poste

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is seeking a Social Service Program Associate to support child welfare operations in DeSoto County. The role involves transporting children to placements, medical appointments, and supervised visits, while maintaining accurate custody and placement records.

The position emphasizes empathy, reliability, and strong organizational skills to manage flexible, sometimes unpredictable workloads and to assist families in achieving positive outcomes for