Social Services Analyst 1/2-EC

About This JobThis position is located in Baton Rouge, LA**Multiple vacancies will be filled from this posting. ** Office of Early Childhood OperationsJob Focus AreaThis Social Services Analyst role primarily focuses on determining and maintaining eligibility for the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). This involves assessing eligibility, case management, family support/communication, and collaborative teamwork. Preferred Experience: Experience in eligibility determination or case management. Candidates with the following skills and competencies are encouraged to apply: Following Policies and Procedures:

The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws. Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards. Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion. Minimum QualificationsThree years of experience in social services; ORSix years of full-time experience in any field; ORA bachelor's degree. Experience Substitution:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: Job Duties and Other InformationGather and analyze information to determine if families are eligible for CCAP, both initially and on an ongoing basis.

Understanding and consistent application of complex federal, state, and agency policiesAccurately and efficiently processing all case activities by required deadlines Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected. Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Social Services Analyst 1/2 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

Work Schedule: Work hours are Monday - Friday. Work hours will be determined. Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Social Services Analyst 2 (SS-411)Hourly: $17. 18 – $30. 92Monthly: $2,978 - $5,360Annually: $35,734 - $64,314Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire. How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i. e. , relevant, detailed experience/education).

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For Further Information About This Vacancy Contact: Louisiana Department of Education – Human ResourcesPO Box 94064Baton Rouge, LA 70804ldoejobs@la. govLouisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service.

With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https: //info. groupbenefits. org/Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at https: //www. civilservice. louisiana. gov/Parental-Leave/Default. aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works).

These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www. lasersonline. org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www. trsl. org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www. lsers.

net), among others01I understand that information on this application may be subject to investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material omission, including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible register, and/or subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or dismissal from state service. YesNo02Rate your ability to follow policies and procedures based on our definition:

The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws. I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable following policies and proceduresI have limited experience or require assistance to follow policies and proceduresI can follow policies and proceduresI can follow policies and procedures and help others improve their ability to follow policies and procedures03Explain your rating by providing specific and relevant examples in the box below. 04Rate your ability to make accurate judgments based on our definition:

The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards. I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable making accurate judgmentsI have limited experience or require assistance to make accurate judgmentsI can make accurate judgmentsI can make accurate judgments and help others improve their ability to make accurate judgments05Explain your rating by providing specific and relevant examples in the box below. 06Rate your ability to think critically based on our definition: The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.

I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable thinking criticallyI have limited experience or require assistance to think criticallyI can think criticallyI can think critically and help others improve their ability to think critically07Explain your rating by providing specific and relevant examples in the box below. 08Are You a Current Employee Of The Louisiana Department Of Education? Please Note - Teachers And Other Employees Of The School System Are NOT Considered Employees Of The LA Department Of Education: YesNo Required Question