Social Work Supervisor III (Foster Care)

Vance County; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vance County is seeking a Social Work Supervisor III for its Child Protective Services. The role involves supervising staff, assigning cases, and ensuring quality services for at-risk children. Applicants must have a Master’s degree in social work and relevant supervisory experience. This is a full-time position with competitive salary aligned to qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or human services required.
• Two to five years of directly related experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supervise social work staff providing foster care services.
• Assign cases, coordinate workflow, and provide staff training.
• Monitor compliance with operational standards.

Skills

Supervision

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Job description

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This position is Open Until Filled

The Human Resources office is not able to provide status updates by telephone.

The salary range is listed above. Starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience.

Job Description

This position is responsible for assigning cases to subordinates coordinating work flow operations and supervising staff through case review and consultation. Position is also responsible for staff training resolving problems and ensuring that quality services are provided. Some after-hours supervision is required. This position performs supervision to staff during On-Call for after-hours weekends and holiday coverage for CPS and disaster related duties and shelter openings. This position is responsible for the supervision of social work staff that is responsible for providing foster care services to children who have been abused neglected and/or dependent in the custody and care of the agency. The Foster Care/Adoptions Social Work Supervisor III is knowledgeable of methods and principles of casework supervision and training; considerable knowledge of social work principles techniques and practices and their application to specific casework and community problems. Has knowledge of behavior and socioeconomic problems knowledge of the laws regulations and policies which govern social work programs. Ability to supervise train or orient lower-level social workers. Has ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively. Must upload transcript(s).

This position is Open Until Filled

The Human Resources office is not able to provide status updates by telephone.

The salary range is listed above. Starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience.

Job Description

This position is responsible for assigning cases to subordinates coordinating work flow operations and supervising staff through case review and consultation. Position is also responsible for staff training resolving problems and ensuring that quality services are provided. Some after-hours supervision is required. This position performs supervision to staff during On-Call for after-hours weekends and holiday coverage for CPS and disaster related duties and shelter openings. This position is responsible for the supervision of social work staff that is responsible for providing foster care services to children who have been abused neglected and/or dependent in the custody and care of the agency. The Foster Care/Adoptions Social Work Supervisor III is knowledgeable of methods and principles of casework supervision and training; considerable knowledge of social work principles techniques and practices and their application to specific casework and community problems. Has knowledge of behavior and socioeconomic problems knowledge of the laws regulations and policies which govern social work programs. Ability to supervise train or orient lower-level social workers. Has ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively. Must upload transcript(s).

Key Responsibilities And Related Competencies

Planning - Work involves reviewing program objectives and service delivery needs with staff and formulating specific goals and objectives for the assigned program area. Employees provide input to higher-level management on short-range planning needs for staff or unit.

Organizing and Directing - Employees assign cases to staff and maintain workload balance. Employees make changes in work procedures to meet program demands and present recommendations to management on issues which impact on programmatic goals; objectives and policies.

Budgeting - Employees are minimally involved in the development; justification; or allocation of funds. Employees may manage a small unit budget necessary for staff administrative expenditures.

Training - Employees provide on-the-job training for staff and make arrangements for staff to receive formal training when offered.

Setting Work Standards - Employees ensure that policies; rules and regulations are followed. Employees explain and implement changes when necessary.

Reviewing Work - Employees monitor the work of subordinate staff through case reviews; progress reports; conferences and informal discussions to assure compliance with operational standards and established policies.

Counseling and Disciplining - Employees discuss problems with staff and issue initial oral warnings for disciplinary action.

Performing Other Personnel Functions - Employees interview applicants for positions supervised and make recommendations to higher level management on hiring decisions. Employees provide input on discussions concerning promotions and salary adjustments for individuals supervised. Employees participate in subordinate's performance evaluation and approve leave requests.

KSA: Minimum Training and Experience

Master’s degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related experience;

or a bachelor’s degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of directly related experience;

or a master’s degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of directly related experience;

or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of directly related experience;

or a bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of directly related experience;

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Application Special Instructions

Please attach transcripts and any other applicable certification. Also attach a resume.

Experience must be listed on the application, see resume is not be acceptable.

Please Note

If offered a position, official transcripts/verification of education must be submitted directly to the Human Resources Office from the educational institution(s) listed on application. Positions requiring a minimum education/certification must also have official documents submitted to the Human Resources Office. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted by the candidate with the application for consideration of meeting minimum job requirements.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Government Administration

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