FAMILY SERVICE SPECIALIST (6707)



Job Details

FAMILY SERVICE SPECIALIST (6707)
Employer

Jefferson Parish

Salary

$14.08 Hourly

Location

Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

6707-07A

Department

General Services

Division

Head Start - Central Office 1010-214

Opening Date

03/23/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Purpose of Announcement

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EXISTING EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY & ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY BOTH IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JEFFERSON COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM - HEAD START.

This employment list will also be used for FUTURE East & West Jefferson vacancies in the Department of Jeff CAP - Head Start. 

Kind of Work

Under general supervision, the primary role of this position is the recruitment, enrollment, attendance and engagement of the families of children in our program through services, practices, support and activities. Incumbent of this position will be required to perform professional and administrative work.  Employee is also responsible for coordinating the needs of families with other community organizations which promotes family self-sufficiency.   Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference. 

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

Must meet ONE of the following:

1. Possession of an accredited Master's degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science.
OR
2. Possession of an accredited Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science; PLUS, at least two (2) years of experience in the counseling of families and individuals on social service programs.
OR
3. Possession of an accredited Associate's degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science; PLUS, at least four (4) years of experience in the counseling of families and individuals on social service programs.
Preferred: Possession of the Basic Family Services Credential from the National Head Start Association (NHSA).

Proof of education is required and must be submitted at the time of application or immediately thereafter.

NOTE: Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (LA R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with the application.

Kind of Examination

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
 
The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.

JOB POSTING NO: 6707-07A
DATE: 10/04/13
RE-OPENED: 02/02/18
AMENDED: 03/23/18

JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.
Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is
usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.

Sick Leave
Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.
Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.

Holidays
Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.

Life Insurance
All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.
Extra insurance may be purchased.

Medical Insurance
An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their
dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of
the premiums for dependents.


A Flexible Benefits Plan
Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health
insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings
Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.

Retirement
Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement
System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after
January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service
is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with
10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.

Tenure Payment
Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.
Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.


Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer
up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.
Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without
penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.

Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.

01
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
  • Some High School
  • High School Diploma/GED Certificate
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctor of Philosophy
03
Select your highest degree level of education where the major is in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science?
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • Doctor of Philosopy
  • I do not possess a degree in which the major is in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science.
04
The Jefferson Parish Personnel office must verify all educational credentials. Thus, you must provide a copy of your college transcripts (non-official transcript are acceptable). If you are claiming any additional educational credits on your application, please submit proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information. Once obtained, please mail the information to the following address: Attn: Recruitment (Neo-Gov) Jefferson Parish Personnel Department 200 Derbigny St. Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 Failure to submit this information will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
  • Yes
  • No
05
How many years of work experience in the counseling of families and individuals on social service programs do you have?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 3 years
  • 3 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 5 years
  • 5 years to less than 6 years
  • 6 years to less than 7 years
  • 7 years to less than 8 years
  • 8 years to less than 9 years
  • 9 years to less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more
06
Describe your work experience in the counseling of families and individuals on social service programs. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
07
Do you possess the Basic Family Services Credential from the National Head Start Association (NHSA)?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
Jefferson Parish
Address
200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100

Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
Phone
(504) 364-2730

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