Social Services Supervisor (Safety) - Lead Frontline Team

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services; Corinth (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services in Alcorn County seeks a Social Services Supervisor (Safety) to oversee a team of first-line supervisors delivering child welfare services.

The role emphasizes staff development, performance reviews, and adherence to procedures and budgets; the appointing authority may require an advanced degree or licensure. This is a state agency position with focus on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience with 1–3 years in supervision.
• Master's degree and/or social worker’s license may be required by appointing authority.

Responsibilities

• Oversee first-line supervisors of social service activities in a facility or program.
• Participate in hiring decisions, training, work planning, assignments, reviews, and performance coaching.
• Contribute to procedures, administrative policies, and program budgeting.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Staff training

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field (social work, social services, psychology, etc.)

Job description

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services in Alcorn County seeks a Social Services Supervisor (Safety) to oversee a team of first-line supervisors delivering child welfare services.

The role emphasizes staff development, performance reviews, and adherence to procedures and budgets; the appointing authority may require an advanced degree or licensure. This is a state agency position with focus on safety and compliance.