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Posted: November 13, 2025 (63 days ago)

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Services Specialist 9-12 - South Central - Wayne County

State of Michigan

Health and Human Services - Counties

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Location

Michigan, 48909

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Salary

$25.89 - $42.60

per hour

Type

Full Time

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves working as a child welfare specialist to protect children from abuse and neglect, collaborating with families and the legal system to help achieve safe, permanent living arrangements like reunification or independent living.

It's based in Wayne County, Michigan, with possible hybrid or remote work options within the state.

A good fit would be someone compassionate with experience in social services, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive family situations.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as social work, psychology, or human services
  • Experience in child welfare practices, including assessing abuse and neglect cases
  • Ability to work closely with families, legal systems, and community partners
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for case management and documentation
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for fieldwork in specified zip codes
  • Submission of resume, cover letter, official transcripts, and a written response to the 'Is This Job for Me?' video questions
  • Commitment to working in Michigan, with flexibility for hybrid or remote schedules based on operational needs

Full Job Description

The Services Specialist will utilize child welfare practice skills to ensure children are protected from abuse and neglect. When child abuse or neglect is indicated, specialists work closely with families and the legal system toward a goal of reunification, independent living, or other permanent living situation.

The physical location of this position is CFS South Central Wayne County, 1801 E. Canfield Detroit, MI 48207 Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

Zip codes serviced within this location:

48201 48206 48211 48215 48224 48231 48243 48209
48202 48207 48212 48216 48225 48233 48120 48218
48204 48208 48213 48217 48226 48234 48122 48229
48205 48210 48214 48222 48230 48236 48126

Review the position description at: Position Description (9-P11), Services Specialist 12 Position Description
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Visual Description: An infographic in mint green with black text displaying the MDHHS logo in the upper left which provides important application information for applicants applying to this MDHHS job posting. Informational Text: The image is categorized into two main areas highlighting the required documents and important information. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Official Transcripts must have the following: • University Seal/Watermark • Signed by the Registrar • Electronic upload is accepted • Show degree received/conferred date or include a letter from the Registrar stating that you are in your final coursework A resume is required A cover letter is required Written Response to Is This Job for Me? video answering the following questions: • If selected for this position, what do you believe your biggest challenge will be? • How do you see yourself overcoming this challenge? Failure to complete and attach any of the above items may result in your application being screened out. IMPORTANT INFORMATION • The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process, including but not limited to, responses to the application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. • This posting is being used to recruit for both permanent and limited term appointments. A limited term assignment has the potential of becoming permanent, but this is not guaranteed. • Applications are valid for 6 months. After 6 months, you MUST reapply for continued consideration. • The department reserves the right to close this posting at any time if it is determined that a sufficient number of applications have been received. • Upon hire, the successful candidate will be required to complete a nine-week pre-service training program that includes a total of 270 hours of competency-based classroom and on the job training. Additionally, the employee must successfully complete a minimum number of hours of in-service training on an annual basis.

Requirements

Visual Description: An infographic in mint green with black text displaying the MDHHS logo in the upper left which provides important application information for applicants applying to this MDHHS job posting. Informational Text: The image is categorized into two main areas highlighting the required documents and important information. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Official Transcripts must have the following: • University Seal/Watermark • Signed by the Registrar • Electronic upload is accepted • Show degree received/conferred date or include a letter from the Registrar stating that you are in your final coursework A resume is required A cover letter is required Written Response to Is This Job for Me? video answering the following questions: • If selected for this position, what do you believe your biggest challenge will be? • How do you see yourself overcoming this challenge? Failure to complete and attach any of the above items may result in your application being screened out. IMPORTANT INFORMATION • The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process, including but not limited to, responses to the application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. • This posting is being used to recruit for both permanent and limited term appointments. A limited term assignment has the potential of becoming permanent, but this is not guaranteed. • Applications are valid for 6 months. After 6 months, you MUST reapply for continued consideration. • The department reserves the right to close this posting at any time if it is determined that a sufficient number of applications have been received. • Upon hire, the successful candidate will be required to complete a nine-week pre-service training program that includes a total of 270 hours of competency-based classroom and on the job training. Additionally, the employee must successfully complete a minimum number of hours of in-service training on an annual basis.

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The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 11/13/2025 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 12/5/2025

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