What are the responsibilities and job description for the SOCIAL SERVICES ASSISTANT position at State of Arkansas - AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES?
Position Number: 22151122
County: Baxter
Posting End Date: May 11, 2026
The Social Services Assistant is expected to:
Be prepared to work non-standard work hours, which often include evenings, weekends and holidays; be on a 24-hour on-call rotation for up to 7 days at a time.
Operate a motor vehicle safely according to applicable laws at any time of day or night. Have reliable personal transportation; extensive in-state travel ability; maintain a valid driver’s license and current auto insurance.
Ability to work with families who are experiencing poverty, addiction, and/or some type of neglectful or abusive situation; to lift weight (i.e., picking up children) up to 50 lbs.; ability to transport children and adults, ability to deal with complex situations and problem solve those situations, ability to deal with stressful situations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in working with children and/or families preferred or experience in social services field; some experience with community engagement or community resources. Public speaking and computer experience preferred. Organizational skills are a must.
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 child care 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. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.
Position Information
Job Series: Social Services Programs - Career Path
Classification: Social Services Assistant
Class Code: SSP10P
Pay Grade: SGS02
Salary Range: $35,610 - $52,703
Job Summary
Primary Responsibilities
Knowledge and Skills
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of six months of work experience in human services programs or public service. Required to have a background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check.
Licensure/Certifications
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $35,610 - $52,703