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Child Services Assistant

State of Indiana • Vincennes, IN • 1d ago

Date Posted: Aug 13, 2025

Requisition ID: 463603

Location:

Vincennes, IN, US, 47591

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Department of Child Services (DCS):

Join a group of passionate, dedicated public servants to support one of Indiana's most critical missions!

The Department of Child Services helps children who are victims of abuse or neglect and strengthens families through services that focus on family support and preservation. We pursue permanency for children and families through reunification, guardianship, and adoption. Our services also encompass foster care, child support, and transitional support for those adjusting to adulthood. Our culture is built upon our MVP foundation:

Mission: Champion Indiana's future by protecting children and strengthening families with compassion and determination.

Vision: Every child in Indiana thrives in a safe, loving, forever home.

Purpose: Ignite hope. Cultivate joy.

Role Overview:

The Child Services Assistant supports the clerical and administrative needs of the office. You will assist with organizing case files, ensuring documentation is properly retained, and supporting staff in connecting clients to resources. This role requires a high level of collaboration and confidentiality.

This position is in Vincennes, Indiana, and will support the staff in Knox and surrounding counties.

Salary:

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $31,668 but may be commensurate with education and job experience.

Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

Maintain a variety of files, update case files as new material is collected, ensure that information is kept organized, and that all necessary case documentation is retained in compliance with the record retention policy.

Prepare reports involving tabulations and balancing of posted data and simple arithmetic calculations.

Answer inquiries over the telephone or in person concerning regulations or procedures within a specialized area.

Receive and prepare replies to routine correspondence.

Operate office machines related to a specific area of work.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment:

Working knowledge of administrative work specific procedures.

Working knowledge of DCS procedures involved in the gathering and compiling statistical data or information and the preparation of standardized reports

Ability to be tactful in dealing with persons over the telephone and in person.

Ability to make clerical decisions regarding appropriate procedures within specific program area.

Working knowledge of computer software systems and data entry procedures.

Ability to make simple arithmetic computations.

Ability to maintain confidential records.

Working knowledge of legal policies and procedures pertaining to the field of DCS child welfare.

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 in election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking for most positions

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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