Senior Social Worker Supervisor II

CalHR; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CalHR is seeking a Supervising Social Worker II in Merced to lead a team of social service staff and oversee highly complex casework. The role emphasizes training, supervision, and ensuring high-quality service delivery across programs that handle sensitive client needs.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Social Work and entails directing staff, coordinating unit activities, and ensuring compliance with policy and ethics standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work required.
• Experience supervising social workers and managing complex caseloads.
• Ability to train and develop staff and foster teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct the work of social service staff.
• Mentor and coach social workers handling complex cases.
• Review forms, court reports, and case plans to ensure accuracy.
• Provide testimony in court when required; support witnesses and clients.
• Direct recruitment, training, and discipline of subordinate staff.
• Develop community resources and in-service staff development programs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Staff coaching

Case management

Communication skills

Documentation

Training & development

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

CalHR is seeking a Supervising Social Worker II in Merced to lead a team of social service staff and oversee highly complex casework. The role emphasizes training, supervision, and ensuring high-quality service delivery across programs that handle sensitive client needs.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Social Work and entails directing staff, coordinating unit activities, and ensuring compliance with policy and ethics standards.