Child Support Specialist

Child Support Specialist

The Child Support Specialist provides full services to customers in all stages of the child support process. The Specialist interviews customers to determine service needs and to identify the next step needed in the case management process. The individual works to ensure all State, Federal, and contractual time frames are met concerning establishing and/or enforcing child support orders.

Essential Job Requirements

• Initiates locate procedures such as location of customers address, employment, and assets.
• Obtains and processes information necessary for establishing the order.
• Conducts interviews with customers receiving and paying the support.
• Accesses system data, including state specific system(s) and appropriate internet resources to obtain relevant case information.
• Prepares cases and the necessary legal and/or administrative documents for review and approval by staff attorney and/or administrator/supervisor.
• Identifies administrative and legal remedies needed for enforcement of support orders.
• Maintains confidentiality and security of case information.
• Regular and timely attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience

• Minimum of 1-year related work experience is preferred.
• Experience in human services as a case manager or child support is preferred.
• Familiarity with an office environment including the use of automated systems is desired.