Child Welfare Services County Director 1

Family and Children Services, Division of; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Employee retirement plan

401(k) plan

457 plan

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Telework opportunities

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Family and Children Services, Division of in Millen, Georgia seeks a County Director 1, Child Welfare Services to oversee a county DFCS office and lead staff in protecting children and strengthening families.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and two years of supervisory experience in human services; telework opportunities may be available depending on the position. Employee benefits are included as part of a generous package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program.

Responsibilities

• Assures agency compliance with policies, documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Builds a cooperative, team-oriented environment within units and with other agencies and providers.
• Develops and administers budgets.
• Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates performance, and disciplines social services employees.
• Leads and administers a comprehensive system of public assistance, employability, and social services.
• Plans, administers, and maintains operation of social services programs.
• Reviews new and current programs for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Child Welfare Services County Director 1

Agency: Family and Children Services, Division of

Job Requisition ID: JR0000004909

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $73,000

Job Description

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. 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 County Director 1, Child Welfare Services. This position is located in Millen, Jenkins County, Georgia.

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.

Oversees Child Welfare Services and administrative operations of a Class 1 County DFCS office. Manages the administration of policies and programs designed to protect and protect children and families. Ensures mandated services with priority of child safety and service provision to children and families. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.

Role and Responsibilities

• Assures agency compliance with policies, appropriate documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Builds and encourages a cooperative team-oriented environment within unit(s) and with other agencies and providers.
• Creates and maintains positive working relationships within the community and on the county DFCS Board.
• Develop and administers budgets.
• Facilitates communication within the unit(s)/agency on a specific case level as well as on a procedure/policy level.
• Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges social services employees.
• Leads and administers a comprehensive system of public assistance, employability, and social services.
• Manages human resources and directs administrative activities for groups of social services employees.
• Plans, administers, and maintains the operation of social services programs.
• Reviews new and current programs to determine their efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with state, local and federal regulations.

Special Requirements

Must have reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, a valid state-issued driver's license and an acceptable driving history record.

Employment Information

Current 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 the request by the closing date of this announcement to: [e-mail].

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program; or Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience at the lower level Child Welfare Svc Case Mgr Spv (SSP073) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.