NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Limited Term- Services Specialist Assistant
Ionia, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expNEOGOV is part of the State of Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services, dedicated to providing opportunities and services for residents. The Services Specialist Assistant will support case plan implementation and permanency planning for disadvantaged individuals, particularly in child welfare services including child protective services and foster care.
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Responsibilities
Accompany Services Specialist on visits with youth and family members
Transport family members to facilitate family involvement
Report observations made during visits to the Services Specialist and propose recommendations as needed
Participate in Team Decision Meetings, as needed
Participate in pre-placement conferences with Services specialist
Assist the Services Specialist in interviewing and engaging with relatives and prospective adoptive parents
Assist the Services Specialist in the home study
Supervise parent-youth, sibling, relative and/or potential adoptive relative’s visitations. Observe interactions, intercede when required, and report any incidents/observations to the Services Specialist
Qualification
Required
Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) with a minimum of 15 semester (23 term) credits in one or a combination of the following human services areas: social work, sociology, psychology, forensic psychology, education, community development, law enforcement, behavioral science, gerontology, special education, education of the emotionally disturbed, education of the gifted, family ecology, community services, family studies, family and/or child development, counseling psychology, criminal justice, human services, a human services-related counseling major, or interdisciplinary studies in social science
Attach a copy of your official transcripts showing you meet the below educational requirements. These must be signed by the registrar or show the university seal. We do accept electronic official transcripts
Attach an up to date resume
Attach a cover letter
For candidates who do NOT possess a State of Michigan Driver's license but have a license from another state, please provide an official two year driving record from the state in which you currently hold a valid license
Services Specialist Assistant 8: No specific type or amount is required
Services Specialist Assistant 9: One year of experience equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 8
Services Specialist Assistant E10: Two years of experience equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 8 or one year equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 9
Benefits
Health, mental health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for the whole family.
No-cost life insurance at double your annual salary, paying up to $200,000.
No-cost vision insurance.
Disability coverage providing extended benefits and partial pay.
Supplemental pay and insurance during some military leaves.
15 to 35 paid personal days per year.
13 paid sick days per year.
12 weeks of paid parental leave after a birth or adoption.
Up to 14 paid holidays per year including New Year’s and Christmas Eve, Memorial and Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Veterans Day, and Juneteenth.
Up to 1 paid day of school and community leave annually.
401(k) and 457 enrollments offered to new hires with multiple investment options.
4% automatic contribution by the state for 401(k) plans.
Up to a 5% match for additional 401(k) account contributions.
State contributions fully vest after 4 years.
Funds may be rolled in from previous retirement accounts.
Alternate/Remote-Work Schedules for some positions.
Bonus and Longevity Pay Programs.
Tax-Advantaged Parking and Health Savings Accounts.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer.
Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Professional Development.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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2025-07-28Acquired
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