SOCIAL SERVICES SPECIALIST

About the role

The Social Services Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the safety, permanency, and well-being of Arkansas children and youth through quality case management. DCFS is committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to grow up in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment. Through quality case management, engagement with families, and collaboration with community partners, the Social Services Specialist helps strengthen families, support permanency, and promote positive outcomes for children and youth.

Responsibilities

• Assess client eligibility and provide individualized 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree, experience working with children and/or families, some experience with community engagement or community resources.
• Organizational and time management skills are a must.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of work experience in human services programs or public service.
• Required to have a background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check.
• N/A

Other Job Related Education and/or Experience

• May be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensing requirements, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.