Social Services Associate; PCN
Listed on 2026-01-27
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Social Work
Child Development/Support, Community Health
THE RECRUITMENT PERIOD FOR THIS VACANCY HAS BEEN EXTENDED
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
Department and PositionThe Department of Family and Community Services, Office of Children's Services (OCS) is recruiting for full‑time Social Services Associate located in Anchorage, Alaska.
What You Will Be DoingThis 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 CultureThe 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.
Mission:
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.
Full‑time benefits of this position include insurance benefits, retirement benefits, paid leave, and twelve paid holidays per year.
Working Environment You Can ExpectLocation:
Anchorage, Alaska. Part of a six‑person team that searches for placement for children and provides support to caregivers.
Work hours:
7.5 hours per day and may be required to work until 6pm daily.
Thorough and conscientious.
Works with clients and customers to assess needs and provide information or assistance.
Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.
Open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
- This position requires a valid Alaska driver's license.
- While the Division has 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.
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:
EEO StatementThe 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 in Juneau or TTY:
Alaska Relay 711 or or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK . The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
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