Family Services Supervisor: Lead & Develop Programs

Virginia-Department-of-Social-Service; Virginia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Social Service is seeking a Family Services Manager to supervise staff delivering direct services for families and individuals in Virginia. The role emphasizes supervising Family Services Supervisors and overseeing the performance of direct services programs.

The position requires substantial experience in human services, strong leadership, and the ability to train and develop subordinate staff, ensuring compliance with laws, policies, and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field with 2+ years of related experience
• Considerable experience in the program area and completion of required training
• Supervisory experience or leadership role
• Equivalent combination of training and experience to meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities
• BSW or MSW degree and Virginia Social Worker license desirable

Responsibilities

• Supervises social workers, assistants and others
• Sets and enforces objectives for quality and quantity of work by the unit
• Evaluates social service programs and program budgets
• Applies HR practices in supervising staff
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with others
• Recommends policy changes based on program evaluation
• Deals with difficult or dangerous cases
• Interprets the program to other agencies and to the public
• Participates in community planning and development of resources, jobs and community sites

Skills

Staff supervision

Oral and written communication

Staff development

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

BSW or MSW desirable

Job description

Virginia Department of Social Service is seeking a Family Services Manager to supervise staff delivering direct services for families and individuals in Virginia. The role emphasizes supervising Family Services Supervisors and overseeing the performance of direct services programs.

The position requires substantial experience in human services, strong leadership, and the ability to train and develop subordinate staff, ensuring compliance with laws, policies, and regulations.