Child Welfare Social Services Specialist (On-Call)

State of Missouri; Aurora (MO); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Department of Social Services – Children’s Division in Missouri seeks qualified Social Services Specialists to support at-risk children and families. The role emphasizes protective services, foster care coordination, and family-centered interventions within a supportive state system.

Positions require collaborative work with law enforcement, court partners, and community organizations, with travel across Missouri as needed and on-call availability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of professional experience in protective services.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field; substitutions allowed.

Responsabilités

• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with agencies serving children and families.
• Assist families to attain stability through casework, home management or referrals for counseling.
• Interact with law enforcement and juvenile officers, public officials and community organizations.
• Represent Children’s Division during court hearings and related meetings.
• Respond to needs of children in homes and community, providing transportation if needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be available for on-call rotation.

Connaissances

Case management

Interagency collaboration

Investigation of abuse or neglect

Court proceedings

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

Description du poste

The Department of Social Services – Children’s Division in Missouri seeks qualified Social Services Specialists to support at-risk children and families. The role emphasizes protective services, foster care coordination, and family-centered interventions within a supportive state system.

Positions require collaborative work with law enforcement, court partners, and community organizations, with travel across Missouri as needed and on-call availability.