Human Services Assistant (Job ID 222795)

JOB ID 222795

Job posting closes/applications accepted through: Open until filled

Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov

Economic and Employment Services
Northwest Region/ Concordia

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!

Supports the BPM process by receiving initial Economic and Employment Support (EES) applications; screens and registers applications, which involves inquiry of customer information in agency computer systems, saving existing or creating new customer information and case number information as necessary. This process includes data entry and cross-matching names, social security numbers and addresses.

Processes incoming EES-related documents, including faxes and mail. This involves imaging documents into the electronic file system, accurately matching documents to the correct electronic case file, and entering information on the appropriate tracker system. Retains physical documents and destroys them after a specified period of time.

Front Desk coverage will be required to provide adequate access to agency services. Performs receptionist duties for the office. Determines the client’s needs and refers to appropriate person for assistance or takes the necessary information to make an appropriate referral for the customer. This is done through maintaining knowledge concerning all DCF programs in order to enable any person contacting this agency to receive an appropriate referral.

To view the full job posting and description, please visit www.jobs.ks.gov and search for the job ID found at the top of this posting.

Minimum Qualifications: *If a driver’s license is required for the position, candidates will be required to submit a copy to the recruiter following interviews* High School diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver’s License.

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.

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law.

If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199.
Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

Compensation:
$15.91 hourly. Salary may be dependent upon the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

E-Verify
DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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

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Pay: $15.91 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16