Social Services Specialist: Champion Wellbeing & Permanency

State of Mississippi; Whitfield (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Mississippi's Department of Child Protection Services seeks a Social Services Specialist in the Wellbeing and Permanency Unit in Rankin County. You will manage case files, document in MDCPS systems, visit children in care, and investigate abuse/neglect while contributing to safety and risk assessments.

You will participate in scheduled meetings and court proceedings to support families. Four weeks of on-site training followed by on-the-job training are provided; a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 0-2 years of experience preferred.
• Agency may require social worker’s license.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain case files for children in care; document in MDCPS online database program.
• Visit children in care in foster homes, facilities and hospitals.
• Complete investigations of abuse and neglect.
• Complete ongoing safety and risk assessments.
• Attend court hearings and Family Team Meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

The State of Mississippi's Department of Child Protection Services seeks a Social Services Specialist in the Wellbeing and Permanency Unit in Rankin County. You will manage case files, document in MDCPS systems, visit children in care, and investigate abuse/neglect while contributing to safety and risk assessments.

You will participate in scheduled meetings and court proceedings to support families. Four weeks of on-site training followed by on-the-job training are provided; a valid driver’s