Social Services Director

Pala Band of Mission Indians; Pala (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pala Band of Mission Indians is seeking a Social Services Director to lead the Social Services department, ensuring therapeutic and social needs are met for clients in line with federal, state, and local standards. You will plan, develop, and oversee social service programs, grant writing, and reporting to support individuals, families, and communities.

The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and experience in supervisory capacities within a Native American or multicultural

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field or 5+ years of equivalent experience.
• Two+ years supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with Native American communities or multicultural settings preferred.
• Valid California Driver’s License and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Investigate child abuse/neglect referrals and provide prevention or intervention services.
• Oversee grant writing, tracking, and compliance with federal/state/local regulations.
• Manage budgets, allocate resources, and support program funding efforts.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and supervise subordinates in implementation.
• Coordinate trainings for the Pala Mental Health project and ensure care planning.
• Maintain confidential records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Liaise with community partners and facilitate outreach and education initiatives.
• Supervise Social Services staff, recruit/train/mentor, and ensure service quality.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Program development

Leadership

Budget management

Supervisory experience

Social work principles

Time management

Collaboration

Independent decisions

Data entry skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

PALA BAND OF MISSION INDIANS

Human Resources PMB#50 35008 Pala Temecula Rd Pala, CA 92059

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Social Services Director

Department: Social Services

Status: Full-Time

Salary: Annual Salary / Exempt

Supervisor: Tribal Chairperson

Subordinates: Program Managers, Social Workers, Case Managers, Outreach Specialist, Grants Specialist, Admin Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Tribal Chairperson, the Social Services Director will be responsible for ensuring that the therapeutic and medically related, emotional and social needs of the clients are met and maintained on an individual basis in accordance with policies and procedures and current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations. Responsible for planning, developing, grant writing, grant tracking, and overseeing social service programs to meet the needs of individuals, families, and communities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Investigate and handle child abuse/neglect referrals and respond appropriately with prevention or intervention services.
• Performs activities and duties as required by SAMHSA grants and other Grants Agencies
• Tracks grant allocation, ensures programs comply with Federal, State, and Local regulations, maintains records, and prepares reports for senior management and tribal committee.
• Financial Oversight, manage budgets, allocate resources effectively, and participate in fundraising or grant writing to support program funding.
• Participates in development of individualized treatment plans and oversee subordinates in their implementation.
• Planning and scheduling all trainings related to the Pala Mental Health project.
• Take referrals and completing following up.
• File and maintaining proper documentation ensuring all files are secure.
• Protecting confidentiality by following department and HIPPA guidelines.
• Following all mandatory laws concerning children.
• Identify therapeutic, cultural, awareness and educational activities for victims, disseminating this information to all project partners.
• Involves clients and families in care planning, encouraging their attendance at care conferences.
• Mediates issues that arise among clients, families and staff.
• Ameliorates emotional distress of clients and families.
• Provides linkage with appropriate community resources by maintaining knowledge of other systems, making referrals and identifying unmet needs.
• Provides clients and families with crisis management services.
• Assists residents and families with financial questions and makes appropriate referrals.
• Coordinates visits by facility mental health providers and makes resident referrals.
• Coordinate with other agencies, facilitate outreach and education initiatives, and act as a liaison between the organization and community partners
• Helps residents and family prepare for and cope with losses, including aging and death.
• Educates self-regarding psychosocial needs that encompass social, ethnic, religious and cultural diversity of individual residents.
• Attends court cases as needed.
• Develop and implement social service programs and policies, assess community needs, and evaluate program effectiveness, adjusting as necessary
• Staff Supervision. Recruit, Train, Mentor and Supervise Social Services Staff, ensuring high quality service delivery.
• Responsible for conducting an interview for Social Services applicants and potential candidates
• Establish and review departmental policies and procedures ensuring alignment with organizational goals and professional standards.
• Manage subordinates' hours, pto, and other timecard-related issues
• Must be available for On Call duties as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrate skills in crisis intervention and advocacy.
• Proven track record in program development and execution.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Experience with budget management and resource allocation.
• Previous supervisory or management experience.
• Strong understanding of social work principles and practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with clients and support agencies.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile people.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must be able to enter and retrieve data using computer systems, systems applications and other office equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A Master’s degree in related field or at least 5 years of equivalent experience with a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the position’s essential duties and responsibilities is preferred.
• Prefer two (2) years of supervisory experience as a lead therapist or social worker.
• Experience working with Native American communities or a multicultural setting is preferred.
• Must have a valid Class C California Driver’s License.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (including marijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment.
• Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give hiring preference to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members. Pala Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Employee Handbook of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.