Social Services Assistant

Arkansas.gov

. Perform individual counseling and instruction for at-risk youth regarding performance, personal problems, and behavioral problems .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeNorth Little Rock • United StatesJunior💰 $35,610 - $52,703 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in counseling at-risk youth, ensuring their safety and well-being while maintaining accurate records and case documentation. Proficient in community outreach, client intake, and resource navigation, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Counseling At-Risk YouthClient Intake and Service ReferralsRecord Keeping and Case DocumentationCommunity OutreachOrganizational and Administrative Abilities

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Soft Skills

Excellent Customer ServiceStrong Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Arkansas Driver's LicenseBackground CheckChild/Adult Maltreatment Registry Check

Industry Keywords

Human Services ProgramsPublic ServiceSafety and SecurityConfidentialityClient Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform individual counseling and instruction for at-risk youth regarding performance, personal problems, and behavioral problems
Supervise youth program participants and ensure their physical safety and well-being
Ensure the safety and security of campus buildings and grounds
Maintain records of student movement and facility functions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies
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
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of six months of work experience in human services programs or public service
Required background check
Required child/adult maltreatment registry check
Must possess and maintain a valid Arkansas Driver's License
Must meet the eligibility requirements covered by the state insurance policy
Must be able to work shifts including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and inclement weather events
Must wear a uniform
Must maintain military-style grooming and appearance
Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
Strong organizational and administrative abilities
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of the basic requirements upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pension
Maternity leave
Paid state holidays
State employee benefits
Equal employment opportunities