Child Welfare Services Field Program Specialist (Permanency)

Family and Children Services, Division of; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & 457 plan

13 holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Long/short-term care

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Telework depending on position

Job summary

Family and Children Services, Division of Georgia seeks a Child Welfare Field Program Specialist. This role focuses on permanency planning, county staff consultation, and regional program initiatives to improve outcomes for children and families.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree and at least four years of professional experience, with leadership experience. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential; valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of professional experience including one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role.
• Experience with all social service programs, specifically Foster Care and Placement, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned areas.
• Collects and analyzes data related to performance indicators and resources.
• Conducts research, develops social programs, and coordinates service awareness.
• Designs and publishes plans for assessing program needs and implementation.
• Develops policies and procedures in line with laws and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Child Welfare Services Field Program Specialist (Permanency). Agency: Family and Children Services, Division of. Shift: Day (United States of America). Location: Appling, Columbia County, Georgia. Compensation: $70,000. Job Requisition ID: JR0000005888.

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 and Children Services (DFCS) is seeking candidates for the position of Child Welfare Field Program Specialist. This position is in Appling, Columbia County, Georgia.

Benefits

• Employee retirement plan: 401(k) plan and 457 plan
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation & sick leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Long/short-term care
• Life insurance
• Employee discount programs
• Telework opportunities depending upon the position(s)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned areas.
• Collects and analyzes data related to performance indicators and resources.
• Conduct research, develop social programs, assess, coordinate, and develop awareness of existing services and ensures that duplication is avoided.
• Designs and publishes plans for assessing the needs of the programs and the implementation of the plans.
• Develops and delivers formal and informal training.
• Develops policies and procedures in accordance with laws and regulations related to primary programs.
• Develops social programs, social legislation, or proposals based on demographics, social and economic analysis and the evaluation of pilot projects.
• Identifies and assesses economic and social developments.
• Identifies, plans and implements the development and utilization of local resources.
• May serve as mentor to new supervisors and staff.
• Monitors compliance, evaluates effectiveness and recommends/implements improvements to existing policies.
• Monitors the programmatic and financial activities.
• Provides direction and support for the ongoing operation of specialized programs.
• Provides technical assistance/training to internal and external service providers, developing policy interpretation, contractual services and/or evaluating quality and management.

The Child Welfare Field Program Specialist will:

• Provide consultation on Placement Policy and Practice.
• Assist with Permanency Roundtables and Cold Cases.
• Review and staff cases with counties.
• Identify regional trends and coordinate with CQI for Continuous Quality Improvement.
• Engage in Regional Special Initiatives including Regional Leads of:
  • Hoteling Project
  • NYTD
  • Credit Reporting Project
  • Head Start/Early Learning
• Provides direct case consultation to county office staff on complex or difficult cases as well as works on high priority cases.
• Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned.

Core Competences

• Ability to work effectively at multiple levels of the organization and with multiple teams.
• Excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of professional experience which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Experience/knowledge in all social service programs, specifically Foster Care and Placement of the Division of Family and Children Services.
• Experience with providing specialized support and consultation around cases that involve youth with high-level/complex needs.
• Two years (2) of supervisory experience with the Division of Family and Children Services, within CPS or FC programs.

Special Requirements

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

Additional Information

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services visit https://dhs.georgia.gov.

Employment Information: Current state employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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].

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

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.

Georgia State Government Information

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 employers 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.