Director, Child Welfare Programs (Lead FPS)

State-of-Georgi; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Training opportunities

Retirement plan (401k/457)

Health insurance

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

State of Georgia's Department of Human Services, Division of Family & Children Services in Appling, GA, seeks a Program Director, Child Welfare Services. The role leads policy administration, manages staff, and ensures safety and service delivery for vulnerable children and families.

Telework may be available depending on position. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field with supervisory experience and a strong background in public service, policy, and program management.

Qualifications

• Manages administration of policies and programs to protect children and families.
• Ensures mandated services with priority of child safety and service delivery.
• Develops budgets and supervises staff performance.
• Coordinates with community partners and DFCS Board.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes program effectiveness and outcome measures to drive improvements.
• Monitors compliance with state, local and federal regulations and reporting requirements.
• Leads staff, hires, trains, evaluates performance, and disciplines when necessary.
• Plans and administers social services programs and budgets.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Budgeting

Policy compliance

Data analysis

Public service

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

State of Georgia's Department of Human Services, Division of Family & Children Services in Appling, GA, seeks a Program Director, Child Welfare Services. The role leads policy administration, manages staff, and ensures safety and service delivery for vulnerable children and families.

Telework may be available depending on position. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field with supervisory experience and a strong background in public service, policy, and program management.