Permanency Programs Leader - Child Welfare & Adoption

Wake County; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 77,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Department of Social Services is seeking a Permanency Program Manager to lead a team responsible for adoption permanency units, ICPC/honestudy, post-adoption services, and child welfare eligibility. The role involves directing five supervisors, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance with mandates.

The position emphasizes data analysis, community collaboration, advocacy for youth, and cross-team coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Five years of job-related experience, including three years of supervisor experience.
• Equivalent education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Gathering and analyzing data and benchmarking ideas to improve services.
• Collaborating with community partners to develop resources and maintain relationships.
• Advocating for the needs of youth and communicating effectively to others.
• Building collaborative relationships with other program managers.
• Streamlining communication across teams to identify root causes and solve problems.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Wake County Department of Social Services is seeking a Permanency Program Manager to lead a team responsible for adoption permanency units, ICPC/honestudy, post-adoption services, and child welfare eligibility. The role involves directing five supervisors, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance with mandates.

The position emphasizes data analysis, community collaboration, advocacy for youth, and cross-team coordination.