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SOCIAL SERVICES ASSISTANT

State of Arkansas • Arkansas, Arkansas • 6d ago

Date: May 29, 2026

Req ID: 57655

Location:

multiple, AR, US, 72205

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $35,610.02

Position Number: 44071012

County: Arkansas; Ashley; Baxter; Benton; Boone; Bradley; Calhoun; Carroll; Chicot; Clark; Clay; Cleburne; Cleveland; Columbia; Conway; Craighead; Crawford; Crittenden; Cross; Dallas; Desha; Drew; Faulkner; Franklin; Fulton; Garland; Grant; Greene; Hempstead; Hot Spring; Howard; Independence; Izard; Jackson; Jefferson; Johnson; Lafayette; Lawrence; Lee; Lincoln; Little River; Logan; Lonoke; Madison; Marion; Miller; Mississippi; Monroe; Montgomery; Nevada; Newton; Ouachita; Perry; Phillips; Pike; Poinsett; Polk; Pope; Prairie; Pulaski; Randolph; Saline; Scott; Searcy; Sebastian; Sevier; Sharp; St Francis; Statewide; Stone; Union; Van Buren; Washington; White; Woodruff; Yell

Anticipated Starting Salary: $35,610.02

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Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to work with all ages of children and adult clients including but not limited to engagement in parenting and basic life skills, time management, strong communication and organization is preferred. Ability to work independently and collaborate with different community partners, agency staff and the families we serve.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Job Series:Social Services Programs - Career Path

Classification:Social Services Assistant

Class Code:SSP10P

Pay Grade:SGS02

Salary Range:$35,610 - $52,703

Job Summary

The Social Services Assistant provides supportive services to social workers, case managers, and clients. This role assists with administrative tasks, outreach efforts, and client referrals to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist in client intake and service referrals. Provide basic counseling and resource navigation. Maintain accurate records and case documentation. Support community outreach and public education initiatives. Coordinate scheduling and follow-ups for client services.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong organizational and administrative abilities. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of six months of work experience in human services programs or public service. Required to have a background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock

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