What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Services Specialist position at The State of Kansas?
Human Services Specialist- Great Bend
Job Posting closes: Open until filled
Position Location: Great Bend DCF Service Center
Department for Children and Families
Southwest Region
www.dcf.ks.gov
About the Position
Who can apply: Anyone (External)
Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
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: $15.75
Annual Rate: $32,760.00
Employment Benefits
In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package. All benefit eligible, full-time employees receive:
- Health 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.
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Collect and analyze information required to determine eligibility and monitor changes in circumstances of households to determine and affect payment benefits. Refer customers to appropriate services.
Obtain Information- Use Application, Review, Interim Report, or change information to determine such information as household composition, family unit, income, resources, expenses, etc.
Apply knowledge and determine eligibility- Gain/maintain program knowledge in Cash, Food Assistance, Child Care and LIEAP programs.
Data entry & Documentation- Enter information on eligibility systems as you obtain and document as you go.
Communication with Internal and External Sources- Contact clients for information or to update them on case situations.
Click on the link to download position description:
http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0164707.pdf
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of experience interviewing, investigating, compiling information, documenting decisions, interpreting guidelines, and/or providing technical assistance relevant to the agency's programs. Post-secondary education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
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.
Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Hallie Adams
Email: Hallie.Adams@ks.gov
Phone: 620-860-7290
Job Application Process
First Sign in or register as a New User.
Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"
Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”
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.
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.
