What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Specialist II ( 0124) position at State of Mississippi?
See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classificationsSecond-level professional position accountable for coordinating and implementing the delivery of assigned services (e.g., adoption, foster care, parent training, substitute care, family-centered services, permanency planning, family and individual or group therapy, protective and/or in-home services, biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, documents patient progress, participate in interdisciplinary treatment plan, refer to community resources and discharge planning) that require specialized knowledge, for the client to ensure proper care and support. At this level, employees must possess the ability to assess physical and emotional risk to the client throughout the duration of the case or in response to a reportable condition (which may include conducting 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. Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 1-3 years of experience. Appointing authority may require a social worker’s license.
Salary : $41,621 - $45,780
Social Services Specialist II (0527)
State of Mississippi -
Jackson, MS
Social Services Specialist II (0525) (No License)
State of Mississippi -
Jackson, MS
Social Services Specialist
Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services -
Jackson, MS
