Social Services Department

Established in 1974, the Missouri Department of Social Services is responsible for administering programs to promote, safeguard and protect the general welfare of children and youth, as well as families. The department operates various children, youth and family support services. Its children division offers a range of services for children and parents involved in the adoption process. The Missouri Department of Social Services is also the designated lead agency in the state for providing mass support and care to the public during emergencies. The department s family support division work in partnership with local emergency management directors, as well as the Red Cross and Salvation Army and to ensure adequate shelter for clients. The Missouri Department of Social Services is located in Jefferson City, Mo.

The Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations is dedicated to promoting fair labor practices and protecting the rights of workers across the state. Through various divisions, including the Labor Commission and the Missouri Commission on Human Rights, the department addresses issues such as unemployment benefits, discrimination, workplace safety, and minimum wage regulations. With a commitment to equal opportunity, the department offers numerous public programs and services aimed at educating and supporting both employers and employees. Their initiatives include resources for injured and unemployed workers, mandatory safety training, and assistance in navigating labor laws and workers' compensation claims. Generated from the website

The Center for Human Services is the umbrella title under which three program areas provide services for children and adults with disabilities. Its childcare program includes a variety of services for income-eligible families, including home visits, help with accessing community services and information for parents on child development. The employment services program offers job training, job placement and rehabilitation services to people with disabilities. The community living program consists of community integration services, such as day habilitation; supported living facilities; and community housing in the form of group homes and apartments. These services are available to disabled people in Pettis, Saline and Moniteau counties in Missouri.