Upstate Regional Child Welfare Director — Lead & Transform

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

State Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Social Services seeks a CWS Upstate Regional Director to oversee County Operations for the region and supervise County Directors and Adoption Administrators. You will collaborate with State Office and regional divisions to promote safety, permanency, and well-being for children, youth, and families.

The role emphasizes leading the learning culture, coaching for practice improvement, and ensuring accountability through data review and regional leadership meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and four years of experience in social work, management, business administration, administrative services or public administration.
• Master's Degree or higher and two years of experience in social work, management, business administration, administrative services or public administration.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and access to a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manages County Operations and provides day-to-day supervision to County Directors and Adoption Administrators within the region.
• Leads data review and decision-making around practice patterns, caseloads, and procedural changes to improve safety, permanency, and well-being.
• Coordinates with the State Office, other regional divisions, and community partners to promote quality practice and performance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree with 4+ years experience

Master's Degree or higher with 2+ years experience

Job description

South Carolina Department of Social Services seeks a CWS Upstate Regional Director to oversee County Operations for the region and supervise County Directors and Adoption Administrators. You will collaborate with State Office and regional divisions to promote safety, permanency, and well-being for children, youth, and families.

The role emphasizes leading the learning culture, coaching for practice improvement, and ensuring accountability through data review and regional leadership meetings.