Social Services Analyst 1-EC (WAE)

This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA

Office of Early Childhood Operations

Job Focus Area This role primarily focuses on determining and maintaining eligibility for the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). This involves assessing eligibility, case management, family support/communication, and collaborative teamwork.

Candidates with the following experience are encouraged to apply: Experience in eligibility determination or case management. Three years of experience in social services; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:• Gather and analyze information to determine if families are eligible for CCAP, both initially and on an ongoing basis.

• Understanding and consistent application of complex federal, state, and agency policies

• Accurately and efficiently processing all case activities by required deadlines

Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: This is a part-time position and is not eligible for benefits or paid holidays, and has a limit to the number of hours worked (maximum of 1245 hours) in a 12 month period, beginning with the first day of employment. The hours belong to the employee and any available hours follow the employee. Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group Work Schedule: Workdays are Monday - Friday; work hours will be determined

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

**Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. You may attach a resume; however, only the information listed on the online application will be considered to determine qualification. All education, prior experience, including dates related to education and prior experience MUST be listed in the online application. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Note: Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy contact: Louisiana Department of Education – Human Resources PO Box 96064 Baton Rouge, LA 70804 [email protected] Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.