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Human Services Assistant
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What they do
A Social or Human Services Assistant assists with identifying and arranging community services for clients. Works with social workers and other human services professionals. Helps with rehabilitation for people with disabilities or those in recovery, or coordinates home care services for the elderly; may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis.
$39,790 / year median in Kansas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Human Services Assistant
Job
ID222795
Location
Cloud County
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
AgencyDept for Children and Families
Job Posting
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: Open until filled
Required documents (as listed in Qualifications and Required Documents sections) must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Agency Information
Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov
Economic and Employment Services Northwest Region / Concordia
About the Position
Who can apply: External
Classified/Unclassified Service:
Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday
Eligible to
Receive Benefits:
Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible:
Yes
Compensation:
$15.91 hourly. Salary may be dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Employment Benefits
In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package that is available the first day of employment. All benefits eligible, full-time employees may elect to enroll in:
Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage at reduced cost)
Creation of and contribution to your personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit
9-10 paid, annual holidays
12 paid, annual vacation days
12 paid, annual sick days
1 paid Discretionary Day
Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary
•This benefits package represents additional annual compensation. Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information.
Position Summary & Responsibilities
The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!
Supports the BPM process by receiving initial Economic and Employment Support (EES) applications; screens and registers applications, which involves inquiry of customer information in agency computer systems, saving existing or creating new customer information and case number information as necessary. This process includes data entry and cross-matching names, social security numbers and addresses.
Processes incoming EES-related documents, including faxes and mail. This involves imaging documents into the electronic file system, accurately matching documents to the correct electronic case file, and entering information on the appropriate tracker system. Retains physical documents and destroys them after a specified period of time. Front Desk coverage will be required to provide adequate access to agency services. Performs receptionist duties for the office. Determines the client's needs and refers to appropriate person for assistance or takes the necessary information to make an appropriate referral for the customer. This is done through maintaining knowledge concerning all DCF programs in order to enable any person contacting this agency to receive an appropriate referral.
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Qualifications
Education:
•If a degree is required, a copy of the candidate's transcript showing proof must be sent to your recruiter following the interview
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Minimum Qualifications:
•If a driver's license is required, a copy must be sent to your recruiter following the interview.
• High School diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver's License.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
Security Clearance:
A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate:
A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law.
If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions
Recruiter Contact Information
Email:
Hallie.
Adams@ks.gov |
Phone:
620-860-7290
Please reference
Job ID Number:
222795