NOTE: This DHS PROGRAM ASSISTANT position will function as a FOSTER CARE PROGRAM ASSISTANT.

NOTE: This application is being used for vacancies in the following Counties: Jefferson, Prairie, Lonoke, Grant, Dallas, Cleveland, Lincoln, Calhoun and Bradley. (*_You will be able to choose your county when applying)*_

It requires a HS Diploma/GED and a valid Arkansas Driver's License.

Job No. 34668

Apply Online (Required)- copy and paste link into your browser to apply: https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/Pine-Bluff-DHS-PROGRAM-ASSISTANT-AR-71601/1092004400/

Summary:The Foster Care Program Assistant is responsible for providing social services to program recipients and support for families.

Responsibilities: Teaches and demonstrates living skills to clients, such as budgeting, cooking, menu planning, housekeeping, and child care. Transports clients and/or family members for medical, dental, educational, and counseling appointments. Aides clients in locating resources by contacting organizations or agencies for assistance. Assists with developing and monitoring behavior plans, parenting/anger management classes, and maintaining narratives detailing action taken on behalf of the client/family. Participates in training clients in employment skills by providing materials and tools, monitoring work assignments, and providing direct assistance when needed. Attends staff and mandatory trainings. Schedules, monitors, and documents family visits. Performs clerical duties, such as answering the telephone, routing calls, receiving referrals for clients, typing documents, filing, and handling mail. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Knowledge of agency and community resource organizations. Knowledge of applicable computer functions and applications. Ability to teach or model functional living skills. Ability to observe and evaluate contacts and case development. Ability to interview clients and collect and evaluate data. Ability to prepare and present oral and written information.

Minimum Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma/GED; one year of experience in a social service is preferred -OR- one year of any job experience will be considered.

Salary/Benefits:

This position provides a minimum starting salary of $28,500.00 with excellent benefits including group health and life insurance, state pension/retirement plans, paid holidays, paid maternity leave after 1 year, and annual leave time off.

Learn more about DHS: 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 childcare 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. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others. Go to: https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/

“The State of Arkansas does not discriminate in access to employment opportunities or in employment or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.”

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• consistent job: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person