<p>Position Number: 22089163</p> <p>County: Pulaski</p> <p>Posting End Date: 08/30/2025</p> <p>Anticipated Starting Salary: $35,610.00</p> <p>DYS</p> <p>Must be able to work shifts that may include days, nights, weekends, holidays and during inclement weather</p> <p>events in order to provide coverage for a 24-hour facility. This position will be working with adjudicated youth;</p> <p>employees may be subject to verbal abuse from students. Must possess and must maintain a valid Arkansas</p> <p>Driver's License and meet the eligiblity requirements covered by the state insurance policy. Must wear a</p> <p>uniform and maintain military-style grooming and appearance.</p> <p>The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.</p> <p>Position Information</p> <p>Job Series: Social Services Programs - Career Path</p> <p>Classification: Social Services Assistant</p> <p>Class Code: SSP10P</p> <p>Pay Grade: SGS02</p> <p>Salary Range: $35,610 - $52,703</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The Social Services Assistant provides supportive services to social workers, case managers, and clients. This role assists with administrative tasks, outreach efforts, and client referrals to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.</p> <p>Primary Responsibilities</p> <p>Assist in client intake and service referrals. Provide basic counseling and resource navigation. Maintain accurate records and case documentation. Support community outreach and public education initiatives. Coordinate scheduling and follow-ups for client services.</p> <p>Knowledge and Skills</p> <p>Strong organizational and administrative abilities. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Minimum of six months of social work experience. Required to have a background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check.</p> <p>Licensure/Certifications</p> <p>N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.</p> <p>The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>Nearest Major Market: Little Rock</p>