Social services aide / community mentor Job at State of Missouri, Springfield, MO

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  • State of Missouri
  • Springfield, MO

Job Description

Working with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will be working with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in our day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in this position you will need to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly and openly. Join us and help make the difference for our youth today!

The current rate for this position is $16.84 per hour. Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).

Employees hired in this title are considered hourly/temporary and are not eligible for any benefits.

The following tasks are the responsibility of the Social Services Aide/Community Mentor:

  • Transport youth (and possibly family) to school, job, doctor appointments, meetings, etc. in a state vehicle.
  • Spend time with youth in developing constructive relationship, participating in recreational activities or otherwise h elping to provide structure and guidance.
  • Provides extra contact for youth in high risk cases.
  • Monitoring clients during home visits from facility.
  • Serves as an appropriate role model and support system.
  • Provide tutoring or academic assistance with schoolwork or homework.
  • Assist client in securing employment.
  • Assist supervisor in developing employment opportunities and/or community resources for youth/families.
  • Contact service providers or community resources regarding behavior and attitude of client.
  • Meet with supervisor on a regular basis and report information regarding client to supervisor.
  • Maintain written log of client contact for documentation purposes.


A valid driver's license is the only requirement for a SSA. Prior experience working with juveniles or college course work in the social science or criminal justice field is desired.

Examples Of Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Working knowledge of child development and the role of the family.
  • Working knowledge of the general techniques of communicating with adolescent clients.
  • Basic knowledge of the causes of juvenile delinquency and of current methods of treatment of juveniles.
  • Ability to work with clients in an empathetic and understanding manner.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, family members and other treatment staff, and to explain the progress of the client.
  • Ability to interact on a community level in a professional and responsible manner.
  • A valid driver's license is required.


Social Service Aide Expectations

  • Maintain professional appropriate boundaries with clients.
  • Monitor client attendance at school, home, job, GED, AA/NA meetings, etc.
  • Develop resources as directed.
  • Help families get in touch with necessary community resources.
  • Be familiar with client's Individual Treatment Plan and assist as directed in completing the plan.
  • Develop goals regarding clients, including contact type and frequency, with supervisor.
  • Meet weekly (or as directed) with supervisor.
  • Keep time sheet current and make available to supervisor as requested.
  • Provide monthly reports of case load contacts to supervisor.
  • Track hours and services provided to youth and families.
  • Maintain confidentiality


Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

This is a part-time non-benefit eligible position working with youth and other staff to create a therapeutic and safe environment.

If you experience an accessibility issue while applying at mocareers.mo.gov, please contact courtney.a.hall@dss.mo.gov or call 573-526-0416. If you have questions about this position please contact: hrc@dss.mo.gov .

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Shift work,

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