Human Services Associate- Family Investment
The Human Services Associate in Family Investment provides career and employment services to Temporary Cash Assistance recipients, transitioning foster youth, and non-custodial parents owing child support. Under general supervision, the role involves assessing client skills and barriers, developing employment plans, facilitating job readiness workshops, making resource referrals, and documenting progress in compliance with federal and state policies. This position requires strong interpersonal, counseling, and case management skills to support clients in overcoming employment barriers and achieving sustainable employment outcomes.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Human Services Associate — Family Investment to provide career services, case management, and job-placement support for Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) participants, transitioning foster youth, and non-custodial parents subject to child-support work requirements. This is a regular, grant-funded, non-merit position based in Towson, MD (34 hours/week).
What You’ll Do
- Provide career services and individualized employment plans for TCA participants, transitioning foster youth, and non-custodial parents enrolled in work activities.
- Deliver job-readiness workshops, resume writing support, interview coaching, and placement assistance.
- Assess skills, employment history, and barriers; make referrals to childcare, transportation, housing, financial literacy, and other community supports.
- Document customer progress and employment outcomes in the agency’s case-management system (WORKS) and follow federal/state mandated policies.
- Coordinate with partner agencies and internal teams to facilitate referrals and program compliance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a social or behavioral science OR equivalent work experience (up to 4 years of relevant experience may substitute year-for-year for education).
- Knowledge of human behavior, counseling principles, community resource systems, and social services programs.
- Strong writing and documentation skills for case notes, reports, and plans.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with individuals in crisis or with challenging behaviors.
- Ability to interpret federal, state, and local regulations and to work within court or criminal justice-related contexts, when required.
Preferred / Full-Performance Skills
- Experience conducting assessments, developing treatment or employment plans, and providing case management services.
- Skill in crisis intervention, counseling (individual/group/family), and leading educational programs.
- Familiarity with local community resources and support networks.
- Ability to train, lead, or mentor other staff members.
Licenses, Documentation & Conditions
- Some positions may require a valid non-commercial Class C Maryland driver’s license at appointment.
- Applicants MUST attach transcripts, licenses, or certifications to their application. Copies or unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to provide proof of required education, licenses, or certifications will result in the application not being considered.
- Applicants with foreign degrees must provide degree equivalency documentation (e.g., WES).
- This is a non-merit, unclassified, grant-funded role. Selected candidates must pass a physical exam, drug screen, and background checks (including fingerprinting).
Compensation & Schedule
- Hourly rate: $26.56 – $30.56 per hour
- Regular schedule: 34 hours per week
- This role may require occasional travel between work sites.
Why Apply through Careertakes
- Third-party recruiter best practices: clear interview expectations, timely feedback, and support with application materials.
- Careertakes connects you to additional matched opportunities — applying here gives you visibility to Confidential Client and to other roles on the Careertakes platform.
Key Keywords / Experience That Will Help Your Application
- Human Services Associate
- Family Investment / TCA experience
- Case management and career services
- Job readiness workshops and placement
- WORKS (case documentation)
- Bachelor’s in social or behavioral science
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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