Social Service Technician

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services Division as a Social Service Technician. The position provides assistance to the Child Protection Specialist in delivering family-centered services to assure safety, permanency, and well-being for children at risk of or have been subjected to child maltreatment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent
• Two years of social services work experience, or other directly related work experience, working with children and families in difficult and sometimes volatile situations
• Ability to develop respectful, constructive, and cooperative working relationships with others and engage families and children
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Experience working with tribal government entities and/or other organizations of native peoples is highly preferred

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Work-life balance
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program