Associate/Social Services Specialist (I/II/III)

State of Missouri
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Posted: Oct 09, 2025
  • Salary: $44,630.40-$51,602.16 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:51602
  • Full Time
  • Human and Social Services
  • Job Description

    Missouri Department of Social Services - Children’s Division

    Associate/Social Services Specialist (I/II/III)

    • Apply today for the potential to interview the day of the event!
    • Bring your resume, transcripts (if applicable), 3 references, and a valid driver's license.


    Hiring Locations:

    • Circuit 30: Polk, Dallas and Webster Counties
    • Circuit 31: Greene County


    Position Overview:

    The Children’s Division is seeking dedicated professionals to serve as Associate/Social Services Specialists (I, II, and III). Specialists deliver and coordinate protective services involving neglected, abused, or exploited children, foster care, parent services, and adoptions. The role includes working directly with families, conducting case management, providing referrals, coordinating services, and maintaining stability for children through in-home and community-based support.

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    • Record and maintain case activity, preparing all required reports.
    • Refer families and children to community resources and collaborate with other agencies.
    • Evaluate children’s needs and eligibility for services through interviews and assessments.
    • Deliver protective services for neglected, abused, or exploited children.
    • Coordinate foster care, adoption, and family-centered services.
    • Provide in-home crisis intervention, visitation, and consultation to foster parents and families.
    • Work closely with law enforcement, juvenile officers, and community partners.
    • Attend court hearings and case staffing as needed.
    • Perform related duties as assigned.


    Associate Social Services Specialist (Level I), $1,859.60 semi-monthly

    High School Diploma or equivalent, and 4+ years of professional experience in protective services OR a Bachelor’s degree (substitutions allowed).

    Social Services Specialist (Level II), $2,021.22 semi-monthly

    High School Diploma or equivalent, and 5+ years of experience in protective services OR a Bachelor’s degree (substitutions allowed) plus 1+ year of experience.

    Social Services Specialist (Level III), $2,150.09 semi-monthly

    High School Diploma or equivalent, and 6+ years of experience in protective services OR a Bachelor’s degree (substitutions allowed) plus 2+ years of experience.

    ⚠️ A valid vehicle operator’s license is required.

    ⚠️ Position may require statewide travel and being on-call.

    AThe State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here. .

    For more information contact: Christine.E.Steele@dss.mo.gov /(660) 730-8484

    Please be sure to bring your resume, transcripts (if applicable) and 3 references to the event.
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