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Service Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business administration, information systems, or a technical discipline. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan. (Download PDF reader)
This position performs a variety of activities to support the implementation of case plan implementation and permanency planning for socially and economically disadvantaged individuals who receive services in the areas of child welfare including child protective services, prevention, foster care, licensing, and adoption.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
To be considered, you MUST:
- Attach a copy of your official transcripts showing you meet the below educational requirements. These must be signed by the registrar or show the university seal. We do accept electronic official transcripts.
- Attach an up to date resume.
- Attach a cover letter.
- For candidates who do NOT possess a State of Michigan Driver's license but have a license from another state, please provide an official two year driving record from the state in which you currently hold a valid license.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education
Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) with a minimum of 15 semester (23 term) credits in one or a combination of the following human services areas: social work, sociology, psychology, forensic psychology, education, community development, law enforcement, behavioral science, gerontology, special education, education of the emotionally disturbed, education of the gifted, family ecology, community services, family studies, family and/or child development, counseling psychology, criminal justice, human services, a human services-related counseling major, or interdisciplinary studies in social science.
Experience
Services Specialist Assistant 8
No specific type or amount is required.
Services Specialist Assistant 9
One year of experience equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 8.
Services Specialist Assistant E10
Two years of experience equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 8 or one year equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 9.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION
Position Location:
The physical location of this position is Clinton and/or Eaton County. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
This position is only open to all qualifying candidates.
Responsibilities
What is it about this position that would make me want to apply? This position will perform a variety of activities to include the following:
- Accompany Services Specialist on visits with youth and family members.
- Transport family members to facilitate family involvement.
- Report observations made during visits to the Services Specialist and propose recommendations as needed.
- Participate in Team Decision Meetings, as needed.
- Participate in pre-placement conferences with Services specialist.
- Assist the Services Specialist in interviewing and engaging with relatives and prospective adoptive parents.
- Assist the Services Specialist in the home study.
- Supervise parent-youth, sibling, relative and/or potential adoptive relative’s visitations. Observe interactions, intercede when required, and report any incidents/observations to the Services Specialist.
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MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
INTRODUCTION
The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan. (Download PDF reader)
This position performs a variety of activities to support the implementation of case plan implementation and permanency planning for socially and economically disadvantaged individuals who receive services in the areas of child welfare including child protective services, prevention, foster care, licensing, and adoption.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
To be considered, you MUST:
- Attach a copy of your official transcripts showing you meet the below educational requirements. These must be signed by the registrar or show the university seal. We do accept electronic official transcripts.
- Attach an up to date resume.
- Attach a cover letter.
- For candidates who do NOT possess a State of Michigan Driver's license but have a license from another state, please provide an official two year driving record from the state in which you currently hold a valid license.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education
Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) with a minimum of 15 semester (23 term) credits in one or a combination of the following human services areas: social work, sociology, psychology, forensic psychology, education, community development, law enforcement, behavioral science, gerontology, special education, education of the emotionally disturbed, education of the gifted, family ecology, community services, family studies, family and/or child development, counseling psychology, criminal justice, human services, a human services-related counseling major, or interdisciplinary studies in social science.
Experience
Services Specialist Assistant 8
No specific type or amount is required.
Services Specialist Assistant 9
One year of experience equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 8.
Services Specialist Assistant E10
Two years of experience equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 8 or one year equivalent to a Services Specialist Assistant 9.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION
Position Location:
The physical location of this position is Clinton and/or Eaton County. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
This position is only open to all qualifying candidates.
Responsibilities
What is it about this position that would make me want to apply? This position will perform a variety of activities to include the following:
- Accompany Services Specialist on visits with youth and family members.
- Transport family members to facilitate family involvement.
- Report observations made during visits to the Services Specialist and propose recommendations as needed.
- Participate in Team Decision Meetings, as needed.
- Participate in pre-placement conferences with Services specialist.
- Assist the Services Specialist in interviewing and engaging with relatives and prospective adoptive parents.
- Assist the Services Specialist in the home study.
- Supervise parent-youth, sibling, relative and/or potential adoptive relative’s visitations. Observe interactions, intercede when required, and report any incidents/observations to the Services Specialist.
MDHHSjobs #Veteranfriendly #Careerswithpurpose #CommunityHeroes
MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Service Specialist
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for Service Specialist roles and confirm your degree field maps to a listed education requirement. USCIS denies petitions when the connection between your credentials and the role isn't explicit, so document that alignment before applying.
Check LCA filings before targeting employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter Service Specialist roles by verified H-1B filing history, so you're only pursuing employers who have already navigated the LCA and I-129 process for this job category, not ones experimenting with sponsorship for the first time.
Confirm prevailing wage level before negotiating
Run your target location and SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your offer must meet or exceed the certified wage on the LCA, and Level I postings signal entry-level roles that may draw more USCIS scrutiny on specialty occupation grounds.
Ask employers about cap-exempt filing options
If you've held H-1B status before, you may be cap-exempt and can start without waiting for the October 1 activation date. Clarify with hiring managers whether their legal team understands this, since many HR departments default to the lottery timeline unnecessarily.
Request premium processing in your offer negotiation
USCIS premium processing reduces adjudication to 15 business days on I-129 petitions. For Service Specialist roles with a specific start date tied to a project or client contract, getting this commitment in writing before you accept the offer protects your timeline.
Prepare a specialty occupation evidence packet early
Collect job postings for similar Service Specialist roles that list a bachelor's degree as required, not preferred. This documentation supports your employer's RFE response if USCIS questions whether the position genuinely requires a theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge.
H-1B Visa Service Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Service Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the position is defined. USCIS requires that the role normally demands a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, not just any degree. Service Specialist jobs tied to technical systems, financial services, or enterprise software are more defensible than generalist customer-facing roles. Your employer's job description and the degree requirement language are the primary evidence USCIS evaluates.
How do I find Service Specialist employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate shows verified H-1B filing history by employer and role, so you can identify companies that have already filed Labor Condition Applications for Service Specialist positions. This is more reliable than asking in interviews, because LCA disclosure data reflects actual filings rather than stated intent. Focus on employers with consistent filing patterns across multiple years.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Service Specialist contract ends early?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. During that window, you can't work. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition within the 60 days, you can start work upon filing under the portability rule, before USCIS approves the petition.
Can my employer change my job duties significantly without affecting my H-1B?
Material changes to your role, title, or work location can require an amended H-1B petition. If your responsibilities shift from the specialty occupation described in the original I-129 petition, your employer should file an amendment before those changes take effect. Moving to a new worksite in a different metropolitan area also typically requires a new LCA.
What SOC code applies to Service Specialist roles for H-1B prevailing wage purposes?
The applicable SOC code depends on your specific function. Service Specialist roles often map to customer service, business operations, or information technology categories depending on industry context. Your employer's attorney selects the code for the LCA, and that choice drives the prevailing wage requirement. You can cross-reference the O*NET to see which codes match your actual duties before your employer files.