Social Worker Supervisor II

County of San Luis Obispo; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Social Worker Supervisor II to lead the Children's Services branch. In this pivotal role, you will plan and direct the work of social service staff, ensuring the delivery of advanced social services. Your expertise will help develop community resources and enhance staff training programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families within the community while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you're passionate about social work and leadership, this role is the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field with 2 years of social work experience.
• 6 years of related experience including 2 years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct the work of social workers providing advanced casework.
• Evaluate policies, supervise staff, and represent the department at conferences.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Supervision Techniques

Social Research Methods

Community Organization Principles

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

30 Units in Social Welfare or Related Field

Job description

The County of San Luis Obispo's Department of Social Services (DSS) is seeking a Social Worker Supervisor II to serve the Children's Services branch. The resulting eligible list may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, permanent, temporary or substitute vacancies.

Under general direction, plans, organizes and directs the work of a social service staff providing the most advanced social services; and does other related work as required.

Typical Tasks and Representative Duties

Plans, organizes and directs the work of a unit of social workers providing the most advanced or complex casework such as Child Welfare and/or Adult services; in addition, may direct the work of social workers performing less complex services; assists in the development of community resources for all programs; assists and participates in the development of in-service training and staff development programs; refers problems to other agency staff; evaluates the effectiveness of policies and procedures; represents the social service department at conferences and addresses groups; evaluates the performance of personnel and takes or recommends appropriate courses of action; may direct research studies and prepare reports; and does other duties as required.

Knowledge of:

The functions of public social service agencies and the principles of public social service administration; social research methods; principles, methods, and resources in the field of public health, mental hygiene, education, correction and rehabilitation as they relate to public social service; techniques of supervision, training and of casework consultation to staff members; the laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of the public social service agencies; principles of community organization; resources available in the community for referral or utilization in social service programs.

Ability to:

Plan, organize and direct the work of subordinate staff; classify case problems and evaluate the effectiveness of effort in solving problems; apply effective interpersonal skills; develop and maintain cooperative relationships with community groups and resource agencies; analyze a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action; make oral and written presentations clearly and concisely.

Education and Experience

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

Either A: Master's degree in Social Work or Master's degree from a two-year program in counseling, psychology, sociology or closely related field from an accredited college/university and two-years of increasingly responsible and related social work experience comparable to a Social Worker IV.

Or B: Successful completion of 30 units in social welfare, social/human services, sociology, psychology or other behavioral science and six-years of increasingly responsible and related social work experience including two-years experience comparable to a Social Worker IV or in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Licenses and Certificates

Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid CALIFORNIA driver's license will be required at the time of appointment.

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.

Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.