EES Human Services Consultant - Crawford, United States - State of Kansas

Description

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes:
Open Until Filled

Incomplete applications may not be considered.


Agency Information:
Kansas Department for Children and Families |

Economic and Employment Services

Southeast Region/Pittsburg Service Center

About the Position

• Who can apply: External
• Classified/

Unclassified Service:
Classified

• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday
• Eligible to

Receive Benefits:
Yes

• Veterans'

Preference Eligible:
Yes

• Search Keywords: EES, Eligibility, Human Services, Consultant, Pittsburg, Crawford

Compensation:
$39,852.80 Annually; 19.16 Hourly

Employment Benefits

In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package that is available the first day of employment.

All benefits eligible, full-time employees may elect to enroll in:

• Health Insurance including medical; dental; vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage at reduced cost)
• Creation of and contribution to your, personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit
• 9-10 paid, annual holidays
• 12 paid, annual vacation days
• 12 paid, annual sick days
• 1 paid Discretionary Day
• Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary
• This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information.

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

This position is responsible for providing support to the Pittsburg EES Human Services Supervisor, as well as the Pittsburg EES Unit; will serve as back up to the Supervisor when they are out of the Service Center or on leave; will directly supervise the EES support staff in the Pittsburg Service Center, to include the receptionist.

Additional duties include assisting with the training of new staff, completing case reads in the state's CARE computer system, approving Pre-Authorization checklists on Food Assistance cases, coordinating support staff work schedules, completing PMP's on staff they supervise, and assisting in the hiring of EES staff.

For a more complete list of duties, please review the position description.

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education - General; Five years of experience interviewing, investigating, compiling information, documenting decisions, interpreting guidelines and/or providing technical assistance relevant to the agency's program.

Post-secondary education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Experience and working knowledge of EES administered programs is required. Must maintain a valid driver's license if position requires travel.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with a social services emphasis


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 page for more information.

Recruiter Contact Information


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Please reference this Job ID Number: 212637

Job Application Process

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• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. This information is included on all your job applications.
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• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
• Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
• Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
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Required Documents* for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

• State of Kansas online application
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Transcripts (if educational requirements are listed for this position)

If degree is a requirement listed, transcript must show proof of graduation or degree obtained.

• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)
• Required documents must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Helpful Resources at "How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents".

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 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

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.