What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Services Specialist position at State of Kansas?
Human Services Specialist-Salina
Job Posting closes : Open until filled.
Position Location : Salina DCF Service Center
Department for Children and Families
Northwest Region
www.dcf.ks.gov
About the Position
Who can apply : Anyone (External)
Classified / Unclassified Service : Unclassified
Full-Time / Part-Time : Full-Time
Regular / Temporary : Regular
Work Schedule : M-F, 8-5
Eligible to Receive Benefits : Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible : Yes
Search Keywords : Eligibility, Human Services
Compensation : Hourly Rate : $19.16
Annual Rate : $39,852.80
Employment Benefits
In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package. All benefit eligible, full-time employees receive :
- Healh Insurance including medical; dental; vision (plus optional partner / dependent coverage @ 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.
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Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary :
Investigate questionable situations and notifies appropriate departments and agencies of discrepancies identified.
Refer customers to appropriate services.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications :
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements :
Recruiter Contact Information
Name : Janessa Schuetz
Email : janessa.schuetz@ks.gov
Phone : 785-289-6861
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DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)
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How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE) : Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference
Applicants that have physical, cognitive and / or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference at the following link : Disability Hiring Preference | Kansas Department of Administration (ks.gov)
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
Salary : $19 - $39,853