Social Work Supervisor, Special Victims Unit (SVU)

Mecklenburg County; North Carolina; On-site; USD 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecklenburg County seeks a Social Work Supervisor in the Youth and Family Services Division to oversee and mentor professional and para-professional staff. The role monitors case work, ensures policy compliance, and coordinates with public and private partners to strengthen families and safeguard children.

Located in Charlotte, NC, the position may require after-hours work and occasional weekend duties. Bachelor’s in Human Services or related field is required; MSW preferred, with a valid NC/SC

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of social services or human services experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Health or related field.
• Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License; County driving privileges.
• Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train and evaluate the performance of technical and para-professional staff.
• Consult with teams and staff on individual case assignments.
• Develop procedures to meet department or program goals, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Establish performance objectives, conducts periodic reviews and monitors progress.
• Monitor budget activities and adjust expenditures and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Review and audits staff cases and workloads to prioritize duties and referrals for new cases.
• Complete monthly and quarterly program reports.
• Provide consultation to staff in complex case situations, acute emergencies, or high-stakes cases.
• Communicate with other public and private welfare agencies, hospitals and institutions to exchange information and develop resources.
• Seek additional sources to increase funding and expand services.
• Review and analyze activity reports and statistics for continuous awareness of program operation.
• May be required to staff shelters in the event of a disaster.

Skills

Social work knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Case management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Human Services/Health or related field

Master's in Social Work (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mecklenburg County seeks a Social Work Supervisor in the Youth and Family Services Division to oversee and mentor professional and para-professional staff. The role monitors case work, ensures policy compliance, and coordinates with public and private partners to strengthen families and safeguard children.

Located in Charlotte, NC, the position may require after-hours work and occasional weekend duties. Bachelor’s in Human Services or related field is required; MSW preferred, with a valid NC/SC