Social Work Supervisor (PEI - OHC)

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, 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:

1. Provide services in both English and the required foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Hmong, etc.). 
2. 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.

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.).

Salary : $45 - $58