FFPSA Family Preservation Specialist/Human Services Program Representative 2, St. Paul, Minnesota

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Working Title: Families First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) Family Preservation Specialist
Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/08/2024
• Closing Date: 04/29/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: DHS - Central Office / Children and Family Services / Child Safety and Permanency Division
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

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Job Summary

*** Telework (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.***

As a Families First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) Family Preservation Specialist, you will support Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) efforts to expand the out-of-home prevention and intervention service array in response to the federal FFPSA along with alignment with other agency and inter-agency efforts surrounding family preservation.

This is one of four positions that work together to implement elements for FFPSA in Minnesota. The team works together in collaboration in support of an equitable prevention and early intervention service array across the state meeting the needs of those will benefit from the prevention services response.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

• Coordinate and implement the use of FFPSA prevention services to meet the FFPSA program requirements and alignment with other department family preservation efforts.
• Provide technical assistance, consultation and/or information to FFPSA department teams, county and tribal social service directors, managers and attorneys, ICWA Advisory Council, Minnesota Associations of County Social Services Administrators (MACSSA), mental health, chemical health and other service providers, Children's Justice Initiative and other stakeholders as needed to implement new and existing federal FFPSA laws regarding prevention services and alignment with family preservation efforts.
• Develop and communicate policy and practice guidance of Minnesota's implementation of prevention services under FFPSA.
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

**To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.**

3 years of professional experience working in a social services program, with emphasis on child protection, foster care, Title IV or public policy. Experience must demonstrate:

• Experience working with federal and state child welfare programs, statutes and policies.
• Experience working with principals and practices of planning and developmental for human service program delivery.
• Experience working in partnership with communities who live at the intersections of race/ethnicity, faith traditions, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability justice, social justice and more to co-create practice, policy, and systems change.
• Experience in writing complex technical documents.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Minnesota's human service delivery system, including all children's programs, sufficient to understand the interrelationships between the counties, tribes and the state human services agencies and the nature of the services they provide.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with using Social Service Information System (SSIS) or a related human service system.
• Knowledge of Minnesota's human service delivery system, including all children's programs, sufficient to understand the interrelationships between the counties, Tribes and the state human services agencies and the nature of the services they provide.
• Anti-racist practices imbedded and valued within work.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
  

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

If you have questions about the position, contact Kellie Dillner at kellie.m.dillner@state.mn.us

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Amy John at amy.john@state.mn.us .

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services' ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DHS_ADA@state.mn.us for assistance.

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.