What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Services Supervisor (Hopewell) position at 670-Hopewell Dept Of Social Services?
Hiring Range: $56,467.71 to Commensurate with experience
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Additional Detail
Title Description- The Hopewell Department of Social Services Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Family Services Supervisor. This position will be responsible for supervising Child Protective Services Investigations/Family Assessments, CPS Ongoing and Prevention programs; training and supervising social work staff; assigning cases and managing caseloads; overseeing the preparation and maintenance of files and records; preparing reports.
General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only) –
- Supervises social workers, assistants and others;
- Sets and enforces objectives for quality and quantity of work performed by unit;
- Evaluates social service programs and program budgets;
- Applies appropriate human resource practices in the supervision of staff;
- Establishes and maintains good working relationships with others;
- Recommends policy changes based on evaluation of program effectiveness;
- Deals with difficult or dangerous cases;
- Interprets the program to other agencies and to the public; and
- Participates in community planning and development of new resources, jobs and community work sites.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge- Considerable knowledge of: principles and practices of effective supervision; of policies, procedures and regulations relating to the various direct service programs; the literature in the field of human services programs; casework supervision principles and practices; principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction; employment and/or social work principles, practices and treatment modalities; and social, economic, health and employment problems that face individuals, groups and communities.
Skills- Skill in operating a personal computer and the associated software and the operation of a motor vehicle.
Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: plan and manage work activities and assist others in their planning and management; develop programs and procedures; make decisions in difficult situations; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; apply treatment and intervention approaches; interpret laws, policies and regulations regarding human services, ensure compliance and recommend needed changes; supervise others working with clients; analyze situations to make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; and train, evaluate, lead, and develop subordinate staff.
Education and Experience- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia). Considerable experience in assigned program area/human services programs and completion of required training programs. Supervisory experience or work experience in a leadership role. Equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants may be subject to a Criminal History Background search, Central Registry search, DMV/driving record check, and/or pre-employment drug screen.
The investigation may include; fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, employment verification and references, verification of education (relevant to employment), credit checks (relevant to employment) and other checks requested by the hiring authority.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of the required checks and screenings.
Employee must be willing to work in the community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
Employee must be willing to provide after hours on-call coverage and respond to emergencies in Child/Adult Protective Services and/or Foster Care.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $56,468
