Assistant Director, Social Services - Child & Family Programs

New LHRC External Career Site; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Albemarle County Department of Social Services is seeking an Assistant Director of Social Services to lead a multi-program division focused on self-sufficiency and safety, wellbeing and permanency. The role oversees Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Adult Protective Services, and related programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations with a staff-first leadership approach.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Services (or equivalent) and substantial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field; or Bachelor's with two years’ related Human Services experience.
• Considerable experience in assigned program area and supervision of professionals.
• Willingness to drive and travel occasionally; background checks may apply.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise program managers/supervisors and project leaders in a large team.
• Plan and direct work of staff to meet department goals with high service quality.
• Lead high-risk, high-liability program area planning with fiscal oversight.
• Develop policies for operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate staff; participate in leadership teams.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Data analysis

Policy compliance

Communication skills

Leadership

Equity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

BSW or MSW preferred

Job description

Albemarle County Department of Social Services is seeking an Assistant Director of Social Services to lead a multi-program division focused on self-sufficiency and safety, wellbeing and permanency. The role oversees Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Adult Protective Services, and related programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations with a staff-first leadership approach.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Services (or equivalent) and substantial