Social Services Specialist
Listed on 2026-02-02
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Government Administration, Public Health, Human Services/ Social Work -
Government
Government Administration, Public Health, Human Services/ Social Work
Social Services Specialist I (0026) in HINDS COUNTY, MS
AgencyState of Mississippi – Mississippi Department of Human Services, Division of Aging & Adult Services.
Location:
HINDS COUNTY, MS
Salary: $37,461.00 - $40,540.80 annually
About the AgencyThe Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success.
This position is with the Division of Aging & Adult Services and will be located in HINDS. If you have any questions, you may contact us .
Description- Assess physical and emotional risk to the client throughout the duration of the case or in response to a reported condition.
- Conduct home visits to observe and interview the family and/or client.
- Obtain information through interviews of others involved with the family and client (e.g., extended family members, school officials, doctors, churches, therapists, etc.) to determine needs, ensure stability, and safety of the client.
- Respond to emergencies, initiate emergency court action, and/or issue a finding that either supports or finds unsupported claims of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation.
- Collaborate with community-based and other public organizations to provide resources to meet the resource needs of clients.
This is a telework position. The candidate will be responsible for conducting investigations in Hinds County and surrounding counties.
What You'll Need to Be Successful- Effective time management & organizational skills.
- Effective oral & written communication skills.
- Outstanding analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to think logically and arrive at sound conclusions.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Professional, upbeat, & flexible attitude.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Appointing authority may require social worker’s license. Hiring agency preferred qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 1-3 years of experience.
See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classification.
Employer:
State of Mississippi.
Address: 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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