Social Work Supervisor (PEI - OHC)

Salary : $45.01 - $58.11 Hourly

Location : Madison, WI

Job Type : Full time (1.0FTE)

Job Number : 2025-00131

Department : Human Services Department

Opening Date : 02 / 21 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 14 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Exempt

Bargaining Unit : MGR

Description

The Dane County Department of Human Services (DCDHS), Prevention and Early Intervention Division in Madison, Wisconsin is recruiting for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Social Work Supervisor position- Independent Living and Permanency Planning. This position is in the Out Of Home Care Unit.

Eligibility List created will be used to fill future vacancies over the next six (6) months. All applicants are encouraged to apply.

Equity, Definition and Examples of Duties

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSION

As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open / honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence - the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

DEFINITION

Under the general supervision of a Human Services Manager, the Prevention & Early Intervention (PEI) Division Social Work Supervisor is responsible for the administrative direction and professional development of assigned social services staff. Ensures continuity and effectiveness of agency services in conformity with federal, state and agency laws, rules and regulations. Supervises social workers and other staff and helps them develop the skills, attitudes and knowledge necessary to perform their jobs. Maintains professional standards of social work practice and performs related work as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Serves on the PEI Leadership team. Supervises assigned agency staff. Evaluates staff performance. Recommends action on hiring, probationary periods, transfer, discipline, adjustment of grievances and staffing levels. Leads unit meetings. Promotes staff professional development. Ensures unit caseload coverage. Evaluates need for agency services. Assigns cases. Provides consultation. Participates in and may coordinate case conferences involving other supervisors and staff. Participates in continuing profession-related development. Interprets programs and policies for the community. Promotes interagency and intra-agency cooperation. Serves on public-facing State, Local, consortium and other committees on behalf of the Department. Acts as the Department's Subject Matter Expert on issues specific to their unit

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO PREVENTION AND EARLY INTERVENTION SUPERVISORY ROLE :

COMMUNITY RESTORATIVE COURT (CRC) SUPERVISOR : CRC is a pre-charge restorative justice program targeting 17 - 25 year-olds who have committed a municipal violation or misdemeanor offense. Respondents who complete the program are not charged. Subject matter expertise in restorative practices is required. Supervises CRC social work and program leader staff. Monitors program operations and model integrity including Peacekeeper trainings, referrals, intakes, circles, data management and service provision. Coordinates with CRC stakeholders and partner agencies, including law enforcement and the District Attorney's Office.

IMMIGRATION AFFAIRS OFFICE (IAO) SUPERVISOR : Immigration Affairs provides outreach, case management and support resources to immigrant and refugee populations in Dane County. Subject matter expertise in immigration and refugee issues is required. Supervises Social Workers in the Immigration Affairs Office who provide case management and service response to immigrant communities. Leads DCDHS staff and public education activities on immigration-related topics. Collaborates with Latinx partners to implement community responses and system improvements for immigrant families as needed.

JOINING FORCES FOR FAMILIES (JFF) SUPERVISOR : Joining Forces for Families is a community-based social work program working with local partners to strengthen families and communicates. Subject matter expertise in community-based social work is required. Supervises a team of community Social Workers and a Housing Program Leader. Leads efforts in assessing service gaps, developing community capacity building efforts and provision of casework with families.

OUT Of HOME CARE (OHC) SUPERVISOR - FOSTER AND KINSHIP CARE : Out of Home Care licenses and supports foster and kinship care providers, oversees group home and residential contracts, and works closely with child protective service and Youth Justice Social Workers. Subject matter expertise is required in Wisconsin Foster Care Administrative Rule (DCF 56) and Kinship Care Administrative Rule (DCF58). Supervises Social Workers, Clerks, an OHC Specialist, a Behavioral Health Specialist for OHC and a Social Service Specialist. Approves foster home licensing and re-licensing, and kinship care program grants. Acts as primary foster care rate setter for DCDHS. Must have an understanding of Wisconsin's SAFE Foster Home Study model and successfully complete the SAFE Foster Home Study training for Supervisors within one (1) year of hire

OUT OF HOME CARE (OHC) SUPERVISOR - INDEPENDENT LIVING (ILS) AND PERMANENCY PLANNING (PP) : The Out of Home Care Supervisor - ILS and PP oversees Independent Living Services for youth ages fourteen (14) and older in court ordered out of home care placements including rate setting and monitoring of Supervised Independent Living placements and other related services. Also oversees initiation, modification and termination of subsidized guardianship and discreet permanency planning tasks assigned to the Permanency Planning Social Worker including assistance with family finding whenever feasible. Works closely with other OHC team members' functions, Child Protection and Youth Justice. Acts as an OHC rate setter and provides back-up supervision for OHC Intake. Supervises Social Workers.

Education, Experience and Special Requirements

Education, Training and Experience :

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field AND five (5) years' professional social work experience which includes two (2) years of direct service in the areas of child protection, delinquency, or youth mental health services. OR A Master's degree in Social Work or a related field AND three (3) years' professional social work experience which includes two (2) years of direct service in the areas of child protection, delinquency, or youth mental health services. Supervisory or lead worker experience is preferred but not required.

Certifications / Licenses :

Social Work Certification from the WI Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is required.

Special Requirements :

Possession of a valid Driver's License (or eligibility to obtain one), and access to reliable personal motor vehicle transportation. Also refer to "Physical and Environmental Work Requirements" section below.

OHC Supervisors-ILS Supervisor : Subject matter expertise is required in Wisconsin's Independent Living Program and Wisconsin's Ongoing Service Standards related to Permanence Determination and Achievement. Must demonstrate a working knowledge of the Wisconsin Foster Care Administrative Rule (DCF 56) and Kinship Care Administrative Rule (DCF58) and complete training in Kin and Like-Kin licensing within one year of hire.

OHC Supervisors - Foster and Kinship Care Supervisor : Must be familiar with the core tenets of Wisconsin Foster Care Administrative Rule (DCF 56) and Kinship Care Administrative Rule (DCF58). Must have an understanding of Wisconsin's SAFE Foster Home Study model and successfully complete the SAFE Foster Home Study training for Supervisors within one (1) year of hire.

Background Check Statement : Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job's responsibilities. Wisconsin's Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 - 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position's responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant's criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.) Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

For Bilingual Positions :

• Provide services in both English and the required foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Hmong, etc.).
• Applicants being considered for bilingual positions will be tested during the recruitment process prior to employment. This will primarily consist of passing an oral language proficiency assessment from English to foreign language and foreign language to English, but may require additional language testing, such as written translation, if it is an essential function of the job.
• If applicable, individuals may confirm with the Employee Relations Division whether results of bilingual language certifications / examinations they currently hold qualify them for the position's bilingual designation.

Physical and Environmental Work Requirements :

Fine finger manipulation - e.g., typing and writing. Hearing - with or without assistive devices. Visual acuity - with or without assistive devices. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Viewing a computer terminal. Extensive reading.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of social work principles and practices including assessment, case planning and case management. Knowledge of community resources relevant to children, youth and families. Skill in providing effective case consultation. Ability to direct and supervise the work of others. Ability to work effectively with persons from a variety of socioeconomic, ethnic, or racial groups. Ability to lead and motivate others. Ability to maintain perspective and balance in the face of competing priorities. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to supervise staff of varying skills, abilities and experiences. Excellent organizational skills. Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).

Become a part of the Dane County Team!

We offer a wide range of benefits including fully paid dental and HMO health insurance premiums for full time employees / pro rated for part time employees. The County will also provide contributions towards POS health insurance premiums and short / long term disability. Additional benefits available include long term care, vision coverage, flex spending account and deferred compensation programs paid in full by the employee and a wellness program. For further details on insurance benefits visit

Bilingual Pay : Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour.

Undesirable Hours Premium Pay : Employees may receive undesirable hours pay of $2.00 for anytime worked between 6 : 00 p.m. and 6 : 00 a.m and for anytime on Saturday and / or Sunday. (not applicable with all employee groups).

Paid Parental Leave : Dane County also provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption of a child.

Caregiver Leave : Dane County offers 80 hours of paid leave to care for an ill family member.

Telecommuting : Telecommuting allows employees to work remotely for all or part of their workweek. Dane County considers telecommuting to be a viable, flexible option when both the employee and the job are suited to such an arrangement. Dane County will permit telecommuting when it benefits the productivity of the employee and their department and if determined by employee's department that telecommuting is not detrimental to either the County or the employee.

Student Loan Forgiveness : If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

WI Retirement System : Employees hired after 7-1-11 must be expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours annually to be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System when hired.

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Do you have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work or a related field ?

If you responded yes to question one, please share your degree (e.g. Bachelor's in Social Worker).

Do you have five (5) years' professional social work experience which includes two (2) years of direct service in the areas of child protection, delinquency, or youth mental health services?

THIS IS NOT A QUESTION. NOTE TO APPLICANT : Your responses to the following graded questions will also be evaluated based on : (1) Clarity of information, (2) Proper spelling and grammar usage; (3) Conciseness of material; and (4) Organization of narrative. Applicants applying for Dane County jobs are strictly prohibited from using artificial intelligence-generated (AI-generated) content or tools in any part of the job application process. This includes but is not limited to resumes, cover letters, and responses to written or oral questions during the entirety of the recruitment process. Please refer to the introductory paragraph on the Dane County Career Opportunities page (titled : "Important! Applicant - Read This Section Before Applying!") where you accessed your application, for further details of the Dane County Job Applicant Artificial Intelligence Use Prohibited Policy (Paragraph #8). In your application you will be asked to disclose whether or not you used AI to complete any part of the job application process. Exceptions apply if you need to use AI as a health-related accommodation (details for submitting the request are provided in the policy). Otherwise, your application will be disqualified.

THIS QUESTION IS GRADED. Please describe your experience as it relates to this position. Include relevant training and experience including degrees earned, certifications and / or licensing credentials. Please be specific about your experience within child welfare (Youth Justice or Child Protection) especially related to Youth Independent Living Services (ILS), and Permanency Planning (PP) for children who are placed Out of Home (OHC) and Wisconsin's use of Subsidized Guardianship as a form of child permanence.

THIS QUESTION IS GRADED. Please describe your experience in a supervisory role within social service setting including the numbers of types of positions / roles supervised. Please describe the strategies you have deployed to create and / or sustain well-functioning teams and any experience you have had in leading interdisciplinary teams or teams that work collaboratively with other disciplines.

THIS QUESTION IS GRADED. Children and youth placed out of home need caregivers and other supportive adults that are responsive to and inclusive of their culture and identity. Please describe your experience enacting inclusive practices that support underrepresented persons particularly children, youth and their families.

Did you use artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content or tools in any part of this position's job application process?

If you used AI-generated content or tools, do you have an approved request from Dane County's ADA Coordinator to do so?

If you used AI-generated content or tools to complete any part of the job application process, please list in which sections of the application process you did so, including responses to graded questions.

Required Question

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