What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager 2, Social Services (Program Director) - 00183681 position at Georgia Department of Human Services?
Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.
What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is seeking applicants for the position of Manager 2, Social Services (Program Director). This position is located in Cobb County, Georgia.
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Pay Grade: MManages the development and administration of policies and programs of social service and community agencies, correctional institutions, rehabilitative services, and related programs that are designed to protect and promote the social welfare of individuals and communities. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide supervision to assigned Social Services Administrators.
- Provide the Solution Based Casework practice model.
- Direct the planning, development and management of policies and programs of social services and community agencies, services and related programs that are designed to protect and promote the social welfare of individuals and communities.
- Serves as a member of the agency management team.
- Establishes goals, objectives, policies and procedures consistent with the mission of the agency and division.
- Analyzes and assess the effectiveness of existing programs to ensure the identified outcome measures are achieved.
- Evaluates new and current programs to determine efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
- Ensures efficient and timely delivery of services.
- Directs professional staff in developing their skills, delivering quality services and documenting efforts.
- Promotes awareness of programs within the community.
- Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned by County Director
- Demonstrated successful leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively at multiple levels of the organization and with multiple project teams.
- Excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and/or standard software applications typically used in a corporate office environment.
- Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND three (3) years of job-related subordinate management experience in a human service delivery program.
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- Related certification and two (2) years of job-related subordinate management experience in a human service delivery program.
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- Two (2) years of experience at the lower level Mgr 1, Social Svcs (SSM010) or equivalent position.
Related qualifications/experience: Related qualifications include social work and behavioral science degrees, including but not limited to the following: social science, psychology, sociology, child development, family studies, criminal justice, education, public health and public administration. Related experience include the provision of services in a social services environment.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience:
- Master's degree in a related area AND two (2) years human service work experience which included the supervision of subordinate directors, managers or supervisors in a human services delivery program such as Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS), Department of Child Support Services (DCSS), Department of Aging Services (DAS), Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) or comparable agencies.
- Three (3) or more years supervisory work experience with DFCS or comparable child welfare agency managing Child Protective Services (CPS), Foster Care and/or Adoptions.
For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services
https://dhs.georgia.gov/
Employment InformationCurrent State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: @HRHelpline
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Salary : $70,000
