FAMILY SERVICES SPECIALIST 1

- Underfilling State of Nevada - 3.5 Las Vegas, NV Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Loan forgiveness Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description

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THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

•Job Summary The Division of Social Services is filling vacancies for Family Services Specialist 1, underfilling a Family Services Specialist 2. This position is based in the Las Vegas region within the Workforce Development Unit, where Family Services Specialists play a vital role in empowering individuals on their path to vocational training and/or employment. The unit takes a holistic approach, aiming to lift customers out of poverty by providing comprehensive support and resources. In this role, you will conduct assessments, assist customers in crafting resumes, collaborate with partners on co-funding for vocational training, and participate in job and resource fairs. You will also facilitate cohort orientations, deliver presentations, provide wraparound services, and maintain ongoing engagement with customers to help them achieve their education and career goals. In accordance with NRS 293.5045, a voter registration agency shall not knowingly employ a person whose duties will include the registration of voters if they have been convicted of a felony involving theft or fraud. Most positions in this series fall under this NRS. Essential Qualifications One or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and graduation from high school or equivalent education. Job Duties Assist clients in competing required applications, declarations, forms, reviewing information for accuracy and consistency, and conferring with others. Interview clients, explain conditions, and elicit information. Interview clients to assess their vocational potential and available employment options. Research, verify, and evaluate information to establish eligibility. Perform income computation and other factors impacting the level of benefits. Identify existing job skills, work experience, and immediate employment barriers. Explain program objectives, requirements, and services and respond to client questions. Develop a personal responsibility plan and design an individualized job training plan. Coordinate services through community providers and other agency personnel. Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:

Functions and operations of an administrative office; recordkeeping; interviewing practices; social service programs and their purpose; rights to privacy and confidentiality of information.

Skill in:

Mathematical computations. Interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written. Use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software.

Ability to:

Read and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; learn federal, State, and local resources serving the needs of applicants; maintain confidentiality of client records; receive inquiries and provide information; verify information from a variety of sources; compile information and prepare reports. Store, record, and retrieve information; establish and maintain accurate records; interact effectively with individuals from varying social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.