Social Services Team Lead / Community ICF / Long Beach (5535)

State of Mississippi; Gulfport (MS); Presencial; USD 54.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

State of Mississippi is seeking a Social Services Team Lead for the Community ICF in Long Beach, MS. The role supervises Social Services staff, coordinates daily activities, and liaises with families to plan services for individuals served.

Based at the Community ICF/LB campus, this time-limited supervisory position requires licensure and leadership experience within social work, with responsibilities spanning policy interpretation and interdepartmental collaboration.

Formación

• Ability to perform in a professional manner in the Social Worker field.
• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2–4 years of experience.
• Must have at least a Master’s Degree, be a licensed social worker in Mississippi, and 2–4 years of related experience.

Responsabilidades

• Direct day-to-day social service activities for an assigned unit/area and supervise staff.
• Serve as liaison between individuals served, families, and community partners.
• Interpret applicable State and Federal laws and regulations guiding policies and procedures.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan training/habilitation and discharge of individuals served.
• Provide Social Services guidance, leadership, training, and supervision for all Social Services staff.
• Prepare social histories by interviewing individuals and families and gather necessary information.
• Maintain client records and ensure compliance with Social Services Policies and Procedures.

Educación

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Descripción del empleo

Social Services Team Lead / Community ICF / Long Beach (5535) in 24 - HARRISON COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$59,862.40 Annually

Location

24 - HARRISON COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

About the Agency

South Mississippi Regional Center1170 West Railroad Street, Long Beach, MS 39560, 228-868-2923South Mississippi Regional Center is a program of the Mississippi Department of Mental Health providing care and support for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. We are currently seeking individuals who are energetic and compassionate team players and motivators for direct support positions at all of our locations. Each position at South Mississippi Regional Center is an important and impactful role that provides our individuals with the appropriate level of care to meet their social, emotional, physical, and personal needs. (84543-5535)

Social Services Team Lead

Work location: Community ICF / Long Beach Campus, 1170 West Railroad StreetAnnual: $59,862.40Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with variations as necessary.- Responsibilities:This is a Time-Limited (NS-14), Supervisory-level position accountable for the direct day-to-day social service activities for an assigned unit/area, including performing the work overseen and supervising professional and vocational staff (recruitment; selection; hire; training; work planning, assignments, and review; and performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline). At this level, employees interpret applicable State and Federal laws and regulations that guide program policies and procedures. Serves as a primary liaison between individuals served through the program and their families/correspondents/community. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan for the training/habilitation and/or discharge of individuals served. Serves as the ultimate go-to person for all Social Services staff (Social Workers/Case Managers). Provides support to individuals through socialization group training. Explains general medical and psychiatric recommendations to families/surrogates and obtains consent for surgery or other treatment. Counsels individuals served and their families on adjusting to routines and life at the facility. Coordinates services among agencies contributing to individual’s welfare. Prepares social histories by interviewing individuals and families and making other necessary contact. Supervises and works on the floor with direct care staff. Maintains client permanent documents and other files. Shops for various client needs and gifts for holidays. Reviews and routinely updates Social Services Policies and Procedures. Provides Social Services guidance, leadership, training, and supervision for all Social Services staff. Reviews and approves all social work evaluations. Conducts Rounds at each community program site 1x monthly. Conducts all Social Services in-services as deemed necessary. Ensures all annual correspondence is shared with Social Services staff that is to be relayed to all families. Fills in in the absence of a Social Worker/Case Manager at any given community program site. Fills in where there is a vacancy in a Social Services position until the vacancy is filled at any given program site. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings in the absence of Social Services staff. Conducts Performance Appraisals for Social Services staff. Corresponds with Community Home Program Director on the performance of all Social Services staff. Participates in training for licensure renewal as mandated by the MS Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists. Maintains licensure. Takes calls/visits from people seeking ID/DD services and gathers needed information to adequately complete the Referral for Services form. Provides information about service options and eligibility criteria to referral source. Mails appropriate documentation to referring party and follows up according to policy. Other tasks as assigned.South Mississippi Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at our agency. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status to comply with EEOC regulations and promote inclusivity.

What you'll need to be Successful

Ability to perform in a professional manner with experience and education in the Social Worker field.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience. The appointing authority may require a Master’s Degree and/or a social worker’s license. Hiring agency qualifications:Must have at least a Master’s Degree, be a licensed social worker in the State of Mississippi, AND two (2) to four (4) years of experience related to the described duties. Applicants must attach a valid copy of his/her current social worker license. Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.

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