Social Work Supervisor III- Permanency Planning

County of Davidson; United States; On-site; USD 77,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Davidson seeks a dedicated supervisor for Child Welfare Services, focusing on Permanency Planning, foster care case management, adoptions and adoption assistance. The role involves directing staff to deliver timely services, ensure compliance with state policies, and coordinate with courts and partners.

The position requires a Master’s in Social Work and relevant experience, along with strong leadership and communication skills to support vulnerable children and families in Davidson

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited institution with two years related experience.
• Two years of directly related experience required.
• Experience in foster care, adoptions, or child welfare preferred.
• Valid driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff delivering child welfare services and ensure policy compliance.
• Monitor unit workload to ensure timely service delivery.
• Coordinate foster care placement planning and court-ordered visits.
• Review case records for quality assurance and staff performance.
• Represent the unit in agency reviews and interdepartmental coordination.

Skills

Case supervision

Social work principles

Community resources

Policy knowledge

Staff training

Communication

Interagency collaboration

Education

MSW

BSW

Job description

$77,340.58 - $89,123.94 Starting salary based on qualifications and experience.

Job Description General Statement of Duties Performs responsible professional and technical supervision of staff who provide direct and/or indirect services to clients. Work involves managing, directing, coordinating, and supervising the timely and appropriate delivery of Child Welfare Services. This position is predominately focused on Permanency Planning Services Foster care case management, adoptions, and adoption assistance, but may include licensing and placement.

Distinguishing Features of the Class An employee in this class is responsible for providing management and supervision in the delivery of assigned area of Child Welfare Services, which could change as the needs of the agency change. The focus of this team has been on foster children, case management of children in the custody of Davidson County, adoptions and adoption assistance. The position could also support recruiting, training, licensing/re-licensing foster families, finding appropriate placements for children, providing case management of Interstate and intercounty. This position may carry a small caseload. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the SW Program Administrator I.

Illustrative Examples of Work

• Monitors work of subordinate staff through case reviews, progress reports, conferences, and informal discussions to assure compliance with operational standards and established policies.
• Monitors the work of the unit to ensure that the needs of children in the agency’s custody are met as-well-as court orders followed.
• Ensures children in foster care have appropriate placements and court ordered visitation is followed.
• Ensures Child Welfare policy is followed, client contacts, documentation, staffing, etc. Acts when it is not.
• Plan, design and monitor the unit work plan to ensure needs are being met and service delivery is effective and efficient.
• Design, implement and monitor work flow to assure equitable work load in accordance with knowledge and expertise of social work staff and to ensure cases are covered at all times.
• Provides assistance during particularly difficult cases.
• Oversees the daily activities and work performance of staff.
• Determines the appropriate funding source for foster care payment and ensure that the Agency receives maximum funding resources.
• Reviews staff performance; reads and monitors case records for compliance with procedural and policy guidelines; ensures that foster home licensing material are in accordance with solid social work practice and within the mission of the agency.
• Reviews foster care records for Quality Assurance.
• Participates in Agency Reviews - Communicates and coordinates with the other child welfare units.
• Interviews applicants for positions, makes recommendations to higher level management on hiring decisions.
• Provides input on discussions concerning promotions and salary adjustments for individuals supervised.
• Reviews performance at regular intervals – monthly, quarterly, annually.
• Conducts performance evaluation and approves leave requests.
• Conducts regularly scheduled unit and individual meetings.
• Supports or provides orientation, initial and on-going training to staff.
• Discusses problems with staff, issues initial oral warnings, develops corrective action plans and makes recommendations for disciplinary actions in consultation with to higher level management regarding unacceptable job performance or conduct.
• Provides support to staff.
• Adheres to federal, state, county and department’s policies, rules and regulations.
• This position would have altered hours, when/if the county operates emergency shelters as this is a mandatory duty of DSS and all staff must participate, as assigned.
• Shelter Duty - Serves on After Hours/On-Call Rotation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Recruitment and Selection Guidelines Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge 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.
• Considerable knowledge of behavioral and socioeconomic problems and their treatment and governmental and private organizations and community resources.
• Considerable knowledge of the laws, regulations and policies which govern social work programs - adult, family and children’s services (including foster home licensing.
• Considerable knowledge of community resources and agencies.
• Ability to supervise, train, or orient lower-level social workers, students, interns, or other staff in developing and using their skills
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively
• Ability to write detailed documents – including court documents and review same for staff – reviewing for grammar, policy application and court requirements
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and motivate staff.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely and in reporting activities in a thorough and comprehensive manner.
• Extensive knowledge of the North Carolina General Statutes governing child abuse and neglect, foster care and foster home licensing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other DSS employees and program areas, County departmental employees, Federal, State and Local agencies, other community agencies, mental health providers, school personnel, medical personnel, court personnel, and other stakeholders.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational support functions of stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to perform light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Worker is required to have close visual acuity to work on a computer terminal and perform extensive reading.
• The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
• The worker is in contact with potentially infectious bodily fluids during the performance of his/her duties.

Education 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.

Licenses and Certifications Valid North Carolina Driver License. Preference Prefer applicants with experience in NC Child Welfare or Foster Care and Adoptions experience.

At Davidson County we are devoted to enhancing the quality of life for our citizens, providing efficient services and responsible governance. Our team is at the heart of achieving our goals and making Davidson County a great place to both live and work. As a local government we serve our citizens in diverse ways, including public safety, recreation, community development, and many other public services. The employees of Davidson County are integral in ensuring that these services are provided in a diligent and conscientious way. Davidson County strives to create a working environment that fosters growth, development and teamwork. By joining our team, you’ll be contributing to a position where you can make a positive impact in your community. Explore the many opportunities to be a part of our great County!