Evenings/Weekends MoCAN Social Services Specialist

State of Missouri; Union (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri’s Department of Social Services – Children’s Division is hiring Social Services Specialists at multiple levels to protect children and support families. Roles involve investigations, safety assessments, and collaboration with agencies across Missouri, with on-call rotation eligibility and potential shift-based pay differentials.

Positions emphasize strong communication, case management, and readiness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet child welfare needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to work a combination evening/weekend shift.
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to travel throughout the State of Missouri as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into child abuse and neglect and document findings.
• Assess child safety and identify risk factors.
• Build collaborative relationships with families, law enforcement, courts, schools and community partners.
• Complete interviews, home visits, and investigations to gather information and ensure safety.
• Connect families with services and resources to promote safety and well-being.
• Maintain accurate case documentation and reports.
• Represent the Division in court hearings and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development as part of the MoCAN pathway.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Evening/weekend shift ability

Problem-solving and time management

Oral, written and interpersonal skills

Travel within Missouri

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

State of Missouri’s Department of Social Services – Children’s Division is hiring Social Services Specialists at multiple levels to protect children and support families. Roles involve investigations, safety assessments, and collaboration with agencies across Missouri, with on-call rotation eligibility and potential shift-based pay differentials.

Positions emphasize strong communication, case management, and readiness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet child welfare needs.