Family Services Supervisor

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Courtland, Virginia, Virginia, United States, 23837

Family Services

175-Southampton Dept Of Social Services

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Hiring Range: $45,591.00 to Commensurate with experience

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

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Title Description- This title represents the supervisory level in the occupational group for Family Services. Employees supervise staff that provide direct services for fostering and sustaining the social, health, economic, behavioral, and emotional functioning of individuals and families serviced by the Local Departments of Social Services. Employees supervise, train, lead, and develop staff and monitor case management services.

General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only) –

Supervises Family Services Specialists, assistants and others;
Sets and enforces objectives for quality and quantity of work performed by unit;
Evaluates social service programs and program budgets;
Applies appropriate human resource practices in the supervision of staff;
Establishes and maintains good working relationships with others;
Recommends policy changes based on evaluation of program effectiveness;
Deals with difficult or dangerous cases;
Interprets the program to other agencies and to the public; and
Participates in community planning and development of new resources, jobs and community work sites.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge- Considerable knowledge of: principles and practices of effective supervision; of policies, procedures and regulations relating to the various direct service programs; the literature in the field of human services programs; casework supervision principles and practices; principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction; employment and/or social work principles, practices and treatment modalities; and social, economic, health and employment problems that face individuals, groups and communities.

Skills- Skill in operating a personal computer and the associated software and the operation of a motor vehicle.

Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: plan and manage work activities and assist others in their planning and management; develop programs and procedures; make decisions in difficult situations; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; apply treatment and intervention approaches; interpret laws, policies and regulations regarding human services, ensure compliance and recommend needed changes; supervise others working with clients; analyze situations to make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; and train, evaluate, lead, and develop subordinate staff.

Education and Experience- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia). Considerable experience in assigned program area/human services programs and completion of required training programs. Supervisory experience or work experience in a leadership role. Equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable.

Preferred Qualifications: Considerable experience in assigned program area/human services programs and completion of required training programs. Supervisory experience or work experience in a leadership role. Equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Viriginia Social Worker license are desirable.

Special Requirements: Must be willing to work outside of normal working hours, which may include being on-call for emergencies twenty-four hours a day, including weekends and during natural disasters. Must be willing to work in a community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency. Must submit Criminal Record Check and Central Registry Check in order to qualify for employment offer. Must pass DMV/driving record check and pre-employment drug screening.

Special Instructions to Applicants: All applications/resumes for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application. In-person interviews only. Telephone interviews will not be conducted. Applicants are encouraged to include complete and detailed relevant work history on the application. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications or resumes will NOT be accepted. This website will provide a confirmation receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your HR account for the status of your application and this position.

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Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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