JOB ID 208088 .

Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov
Prevention And Protection Services
Kansas City Region/Overland Park

Position Summary & Responsibilities
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Job Duties Description: Family Support Coordinator is typically assigned to clients by the APS Specialist housed within the social services agencies. The role involves establishing a relationship with individual adults, assessing their needs, reviewing their eligibility for various types of public aid, and walking them through the application processes. Adult support workers help clients understand the rules and regulations attached to various forms of social services support, aid and assists them in navigating what can be complex financial and personal documentation of assets, income and expenses. Other responsibilities of the job include helping ensure they are getting the benefits they are entitled to and making recommendations for accessing various community resources for other supports and services. This position also helps the ASP specialists with sending out needed information and helping with case closures.

View the full position description: http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0240956.pdf

Qualifications
Required Education*: High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:Two years’ experience in working with elderly or disabled adults that need assistance with applications, referrals for needed services and follow up home visits.

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. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.

· Tax Clearance: If offered a position of employment, a valid/current Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate must be submitted. Visit the KDOR Tax Clearance Request Information pagefor more information.

Compensation:
$29,952.00Annually .Salary may be dependent upon the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Veteran's Preference:
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. Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference: https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/veterans-preference.

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.

For more information on State of Kansas employment opportunities and benefits, visit the State of Kansas Career Portal at www.jobs.ks.gov.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29,952.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adults
• Children
• Older adults

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Overland Park, KS 66214: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person