Social Service Specialist III

Make a Difference with DHSS

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!

Join as a Social Service Specialist III at the DeLaWarr State Service Center! Within this position, you’ll act as Center designee and keep facility operations running smoothly during the absence of the Administrator. Not only in this role will you support clients directly by conducting intakes, but you’ll also be responsible for reviewing all EAS cases completed by different level Social Service Specialists to make the final determination of eligibility for programs offered. You’ll ensure services adhere to the average time frames set by Family Support Operational Plan and Standards as well as documentation follows the Note Assessment and Plan (NAP) Standards. For any emergency situations, you’ll provide immediate attention to and determine the services, programs, and/or referrals best suited for the client’s needs. You’ll also perform related duties as assigned by the center Administrator.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Interviews, assesses and advises clients to determine eligibility, needs and course of action to meet needs.
• May provide phone counseling evaluations and crisis intervention to determine admission of clients to hospitals or other special treatment facilities.
• Documents, verifies, records and reports client information.
• Refers ineligible clients to appropriate agencies and resources.
• May provide coverage for other agency assistance programs as assigned.
• Utilizes the resources of social services/other agencies, and community resources as a means of dealing with identified needs/problems.
• Maintains adequate records of provided services including case files and related material.
• Provides referral information to individual and general public, promotes effective public relations for agency.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Social Service Specialist III
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.