Empowering Social Services Case Manager

State of Arkansas; El Dorado (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Maternity leave

Paid state holidays

Job summary

The Social Services Specialist at the Department of Human Services in Arkansas provides case management, client advocacy, and program support to help families achieve safety, permanency, and well‑being. Responsibilities include assessing eligibility, connecting individuals to community resources, conducting home visits, and maintaining compliant case records within social services policies.

Join a team dedicated to serving Arkansans with compassion, integrity, and collaboration with community

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of work experience in human services or public service.
• Background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check required.
• Ability to assess client needs and develop action plans within policy.

Responsibilities

• Assess client eligibility and provide individualized case management.
• Develop service plans tailored to client needs.
• Conduct home visits, interviews, and risk assessments.
• Maintain detailed case records and documentation.
• Advocate for clients in legal, medical, and housing matters.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation techniques

Analyzing client needs

Protective services knowledge

Communication with families

Job description

The Social Services Specialist at the Department of Human Services in Arkansas provides case management, client advocacy, and program support to help families achieve safety, permanency, and well‑being. Responsibilities include assessing eligibility, connecting individuals to community resources, conducting home visits, and maintaining compliant case records within social services policies.

Join a team dedicated to serving Arkansans with compassion, integrity, and collaboration with community