Social Services Associate

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Twelve paid holidays

Job summary

State of Alaska is hiring a Social Services Associate in Anchorage to support the Placement Search and Support Unit. The role focuses on locating suitable placements for children and offering strong customer service to caregivers, while coordinating efforts with a small team.

The position requires a driver’s license and may involve training sessions in Anchorage. The State emphasizes safety, equity, and strong values in its work with families and Tribes.

Qualifications

• Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands in a changing environment.
• Problem Solving: identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Searches for placements and works to secure placements for children.
• Provides robust customer service and support for caregivers.
• Supports caregivers and coordinates placement search through the unit.

Skills

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Job description

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

This position is recruiting for full-time Social Services Associate located in Juneau, Alaska.

What you will be doing

This position is a member of the centralized, Placement Search and Support Unit and will be responsible for most aspects of searching for placements and supporting caregivers. This position provides robust customer service and support for caregivers and is responsible for searching for and securing placements for children.

Our organization, mission and culture

The Office of Children's Services strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

Ensuring the safety, permanency and well-being of children by strengthening families, engaging communities, and partnering with Tribes. Everything we do is underpinned by our Core Values.

Benefits of joining our team

Joining our team will provide you with the satisfaction of working with a dynamic, diverse, and high performing team while simultaneously having a positive impact by providing support to OCS employees as well as the children and families of Alaska!

• Full-time benefits of this position include but are not limited to: Insurance Benefits; Retirement Benefits; Paid Leave; and twelve paid holidays per year. Please see the benefits tab on this posting for more information.

Working environment you can expect

This position is located in Anchorage Alaska. This position will be part of a 6-person team that will search for placement for children and provide support to caregivers. This position works 7.5 hours per day and may be required to work until 6pm daily.

For information on the Anchorage community (including schools, hospitals, housing) please review Alaska Community Profiles.

We are seeking a candidate with the following competencies:

• Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.
• Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with uncertainty.

Special Note

• This position requires a valid Alaska driver's license.
• Additionally, while the Division does have vehicles assigned to it, they may not always be available for staff use. Mileage reimbursement is available when a personal vehicle is used for work-related matters. Current automotive insurance must be in place prior to use of a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the State.
• A child protective history check will be performed per AS 12.62.160 and/or 13 AAC 68.315 including a background and fingerprint check.
• The successful candidate may be required to attend multiple training courses normally located in Anchorage.

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. To view the general description and example of duties for a Social Services Associate, please go to the following link:

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.

Special Note: Some positions require a valid Alaska driver's license, a background check, and fingerprinting. These requirements will be indicated at the time of recruitment.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.

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