Senior Social Work Team Lead

County of Santa Clara; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Santa Clara is seeking a supervisor for case-carrying social services staff. Under general direction, you will supervise, assign, review and participate in staff work, review recommendations, and consult on difficult cases and administrative processes.

The role involves developing community resources, training staff, and ensuring compliance with applicable rules. A Master’s in Social Work or related field is mandatory for this position.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Experience supervising social services staff is essential.
• Knowledge of California Welfare & Institutions Code preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in social services work.
• Reviews staff recommendations for social work services.
• Consults on difficult case problems and administrative processes.
• Addresses groups interested in public welfare and related services.
• Participates in in-service training programs and staff development.

Skills

Supervision

Staff coaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Casework knowledge

Public welfare understanding

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

County of Santa Clara is seeking a supervisor for case-carrying social services staff. Under general direction, you will supervise, assign, review and participate in staff work, review recommendations, and consult on difficult cases and administrative processes.

The role involves developing community resources, training staff, and ensuring compliance with applicable rules. A Master’s in Social Work or related field is mandatory for this position.