Family Resource Specialist Supervisor

Munro Footwear Group; Billings (MT); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) seeks a Family Resource Specialist Supervisor to lead staff, coordinate regular meetings, and participate on state and local committees related to foster family licensing and adoption recommendations.

The role offers a path of growth within the Child and Family Services Division, with state-wide impact and comprehensive benefits. Partial telework may be available within Montana under supervisor guidance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of philosophy, principles, and practices of social welfare.
• Knowledge of professional methods and techniques of counseling and social case work.
• Knowledge of laws, rules and practices relating to social services by federal and state laws.
• Ability to make objective decisions in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate regularly scheduled staff meetings and participate on state and local committees.
• Attend state and local meetings with staff and other professionals.
• Lead and supervise foster family recruitment, training, and licensing processes.
• Collaborate with supervisors and other agencies as requested.

Skills

Social welfare knowledge

Counseling methods

Crisis management

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Job Description - Family Resource Specialist Supervisor (26142145)

Position Title:

Family Resource Specialist Supervisor - ( 26142145 )

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov .

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services Division.

The Family Resource Unit recruits, trains, and licenses foster families and recommends adoptive families for approval. This position will participate on state and local committees, attend state and local meetings with staff and other professionals, meet with other supervisors as requested and coordinate regularly scheduled staff meetings.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of philosophy, principles, and practices of social welfare.
• Knowledge of professional methods and techniques of counseling and social case work.
• Knowledge of laws, rules and practices relating to the social services by federal and state laws.
• Ability to make objective decisions in crisis situations.
• Skill in crisis management and problem-solving.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or another related field.
• 3 years of job-related work experience in Social Work, Leadership Ability, Child Protective Services.
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of Montana.Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

$32.05 - 32.05 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location

Billings Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Aug 21, 2026, 8:43:55 PM

Closing Date

Sep 5, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Contact Name : Cortney Rose | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.