Services Specialist 9-12

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.Position functions as an intake specialist assigned to the Centralized Intake (CI) unit. Employees in this position will answer calls received on the MDHHS Centralized Intake hotline for reports of the abuse, neglect and exploitation of children and vulnerable adults. The employee will document complaint information obtained from callers during phone interviews as well as information obtained from multiple information systems and resources, working under strict timelines and in accordance with law, policy and operational procedures. Complaints regarding the welfare of children will be entered into the Michigan Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System (MiSACWIS). Complaints regarding the welfare of adults will be entered into the Michigan Adult Integrated Management System (MiAIMS).Position Description (9-P11), Services Specialist 12 Position Description, & Job SpecificationTo be considered for this position you must:apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.attach a cover letter.attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.EducationPossession of a bachelor's or master's degree with a major in one of the following human services areas: social work, sociology, psychology, forensic psychology, interdisciplinary studies in social science, education, community development, law enforcement, behavioral science, gerontology, special education, education of the emotionally disturbed, education of the gifted, family ecology, community services, family studies, family and/or child development, counseling psychology, criminal justice, human services, or in a human services-related counseling major.ORPossession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following human services areas: social work, sociology, psychology, forensic psychology, interdisciplinary studies in social science, education, community development, law enforcement, behavioral science, gerontology, special education, education of the emotionally disturbed, education of the gifted, family ecology, community services, family studies, family and/or child development, counseling psychology, criminal justice, human services, or in a human services-related counseling major.ExperienceServices Specialist 9No specific type or amount is required.Services Specialist 10One year of professional experience providing casework services to socially and economically disadvantaged individuals equivalent to a Services Specialist 9.Services Specialist P11Two years of professional experience providing casework services to socially and economically disadvantaged individuals equivalent to a Services Specialist, including one year equivalent to a Services Specialist 10.Services Specialist 12Three years of professional experience providing social casework services to socially and economically disadvantaged individuals equivalent to a Services Specialist, including one year equivalent to a Services Specialist P11.This position is located at the 5303 28th Street Court, SE STE A, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. However, for a limited time, this position may currently work a remote/hybrid schedule. Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.This position is not eligible for the children's protective services/foster care program rate, but is classified as a Services Specialist in CPS (you will be doing CPS Intake). The Centralized Intake Unit has many different shift schedules. You will be asked to rank your shift preferences at the time of interview.Any candidate hired as a Services Specialist in a protective services, foster care services, or adoption services position must successfully complete an eight week pre-service training program that includes a total of 270 hours of competency-based classroom and field training. The employee will also be required to pass a competency based performance evaluation which shall include a written examination. Additionally, the employee must successfully complete a minimum number of hours of in-service training on an annual basis.YOUR APPLICATION FOR ANY POSITION DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY THE DEPARTMENT/AGENCY FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION. ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS INTERVIEWED WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE RESULTS. The department reserves the right to take down the posting when an adequate number of applicants apply.MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.#MDHHSJobs