Child Welfare Social Services Specialist

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness benefits

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid personal leave and sick leave

Military leave

Holidays

Retirement program

Deferred compensation

Credit union

Job summary

The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is seeking a Social Services Specialist to develop and maintain case service plans, perform assessments, and coordinate services with community partners.

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of experience; licensure may be required. Strong written and oral communication, resilience, and flexible problem-solving are valued in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 0–2 years of experience.
• Appointing authority may require social worker’s license.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a service plan throughout the duration of a case and perform assessments.
• Coordinate services and may deliver direct services with community partners.
• Document all activities, actions taken, and contacts in case files.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Flexibility

Resilience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is seeking a Social Services Specialist to develop and maintain case service plans, perform assessments, and coordinate services with community partners.

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of experience; licensure may be required. Strong written and oral communication, resilience, and flexible problem-solving are valued in this role.