Social Services Case Manager & Family Advocate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Maternity leave

Paid state holidays

Great perks

Job summary

The Social Services Specialist at the State of Arkansas Department of Human Services provides case management, client advocacy, and program support for individuals and families in need. This role requires assessing client needs, connecting them to community resources, and maintaining compliance with social services policies.

The Department emphasizes protecting vulnerable Arkansans, ensuring safe facilities, and offering benefits such as a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; experience with children or families is desirable.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Understanding of community resources and services.
• Advocacy for clients across legal, medical, and housing matters.

Responsibilities

• Assess client eligibility and provide 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

Experience with children and/orfamilie

Organizational and time management

Crisis intervention

De-escalation techniques

Advocacy

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Social Services Specialist at the State of Arkansas Department of Human Services provides case management, client advocacy, and program support for individuals and families in need. This role requires assessing client needs, connecting them to community resources, and maintaining compliance with social services policies.

The Department emphasizes protecting vulnerable Arkansans, ensuring safe facilities, and offering benefits such as a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and