Social Services Specialist
Listed on 2026-02-22
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Social Work
Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Location: Morton
Social Services Specialist I (0662) – 62 – Scott County, MS
Location:
62 – Scott County, MS
Full-Time
Job Number: ST
0571 - DHS-YOUTH SERVICES
Opening Date: 02/11/2026
Closing Date: 2/25/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
Agency Minimum Salary: $37,461.00 – $39,540.80
About the AgencyThe Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Youth Services and will be located in SCOTT.
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Positions at this level work under the supervision of higher levels to create and/or maintain a service plan throughout the duration of a case, including performing assessments, coordinating, and may deliver direct services with community partners and documenting all relevant activities, actions taken, and contacts involved with a case.
What You'll Need to Be Successful- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related program software
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Ability to Conduct Oneself in an Ethical Manner
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Ability to Adapt Quickly
- Advocate for Children
- Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience.
- Appointing authority may require social worker’s license.
State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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