Family Services Support Specialist

Alaskajobs; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Family and Community Services, Office of Children's Services (OCS) in Juneau, Alaska, is recruiting for a full-time Social Services Associate. The position requires travel up to a week at a time and is open to Alaska residents only.

You will support staff with assessments, case planning, and services for families to ensure safe, permanent homes for children. The role emphasizes patience, professionalism, and strong critical thinking as you work with diverse families and

Qualifications

• One year of any combination of postsecondary or vocational education and/or experience in assisting clients, customers, the general public, or other staff in the explanation and application of guidelines, policies, or services.

Responsibilities

• Gather information for assessments, case planning and evaluation.
• Provide parenting support during family contact to help parents practice parenting skills in a safe environment.
• Access electronic databases to support casework.
• Provide information to professional staff to make referrals for families to other agencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Adaptability

Computer skills

Teamwork

Job description

The Department of Family and Community Services, Office of Children's Services (OCS) in Juneau, Alaska, is recruiting for a full-time Social Services Associate. The position requires travel up to a week at a time and is open to Alaska residents only.

You will support staff with assessments, case planning, and services for families to ensure safe, permanent homes for children. The role emphasizes patience, professionalism, and strong critical thinking as you work with diverse families and