County Director 2, Child Welfare Services - 00025030
Georgia Department of Human Services, Atlanta, GA, United States
Overview
Description
Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.
What we offer
Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service
The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is seeking applicants for the position of
County Director 2, Child Welfare Services . This position is located in
Swainsboro ,
Emanuel County, Georgia .
JOIN OUR TEAM!!!
Job Description Pay Grade: M
Oversees Child Welfare Services and administrative operations of a Class 2 County DFCS office. Manages the administration of policies and programs designed to protect and protect children and families. Ensures mandated services with priority of child safety and service provision to children and families. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Assures agency compliance with policies, appropriate documentation and reporting requirements.
Builds and encourages a cooperative team-oriented environment within unit(s) and with other agencies and providers.
Creates and maintains positive working relationships within the community and on the county DFCS Board.
Develops and administers budgets.
Facilitates communication within the unit(s)/agency on a specific case level as well as on a procedure/policy level.
Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges social services employees.
Leads and administers a comprehensive system of public assistance, employability and social services.
Manages human services and directs administrative activities for groups of social services employees.
Plans, administers and maintains the operation of social services programs.
Reviews new and current programs to determine their efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND three (3) years of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program.
Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND one (1) year of experience at the lower level County Director 1, Child Welfare Services (SSM070) or position equivalent.
Related qualifications/experience:
Related qualifications include social work and behavioral science degrees, including but not limited to the following: social science, psychology, sociology, child development, family studies, criminal justice, education, public health and public administration. Related experience include the provision of services in a social services environment.
Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience:
Two (2) years human service work experience which included the supervision of subordinate directors, managers or supervisors in a human services delivery program such as Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS), Department of Child Support Services (DCSS), Department of Aging Services (DAS), Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) or comparable agencies.
Additional Information For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services
https://dhs.georgia.gov/
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
In addition to a generous benefits package, DHS offers a comprehensive package including retirement, holidays, leave, and health benefits. Visit http://team.georgia.gov/ for more information.
Insurance
Health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, healthcare and childcare spending accounts, and life insurance plans are available.
Health Benefits : 1-800-610-1863 State Health Benefit Plan
Flexible Benefits : 1-877-342-7339 GA Breeze Portal
Retirement
State employees participate in the Employee's Retirement System. Contributions are based on a percentage of salary and service date entry
Employee Retirement System: 1-800-805-4609 ERS Website
Deferred Compensation
Tax shelter plans are available that enable employees to provide for greater retirement security. Fund programs are available in both 457(k) and 401(k) plans.
Peach State Reserves : 1-877-342-7339 ERS / Peach State Reserves
Credit Union
Employees are eligible to become members of the Atlanta Postal Credit Union and Georgia United Credit Union
Are you aware this position is in Swainsboro, Emanuel County, Georgia?
Yes
No
What is your highest level of education completed?
Doctorate Degree
Master's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
None of the Above
How many years of supervisory experience do you have in a social services environment (Supervisory experience must be shown under work experience on the application)?
None
1+ Years
2+ Years
3+ Years
How many years of experience do you have working with a specific issue facing client populations such as family violence, crisis intervention, substance abuse, services to the elderly or disabled?
None
1+ Years
2+ Years
3+ Years
How many years experience do you have leading subordinate directors, managers or supervisors in a human services delivery program such as DFCS, DCSS, DAS, DJJ or comparable agencies?
Less than 1 year
1-2 Years
3-4 Years
5 Years or more
How proficient are you in Microsoft Office Suite?
None
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Expert
Required Question
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What we offer
Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service
The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is seeking applicants for the position of
County Director 2, Child Welfare Services . This position is located in
Swainsboro ,
Emanuel County, Georgia .
JOIN OUR TEAM!!!
Job Description Pay Grade: M
Oversees Child Welfare Services and administrative operations of a Class 2 County DFCS office. Manages the administration of policies and programs designed to protect and protect children and families. Ensures mandated services with priority of child safety and service provision to children and families. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Assures agency compliance with policies, appropriate documentation and reporting requirements.
Builds and encourages a cooperative team-oriented environment within unit(s) and with other agencies and providers.
Creates and maintains positive working relationships within the community and on the county DFCS Board.
Develops and administers budgets.
Facilitates communication within the unit(s)/agency on a specific case level as well as on a procedure/policy level.
Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges social services employees.
Leads and administers a comprehensive system of public assistance, employability and social services.
Manages human services and directs administrative activities for groups of social services employees.
Plans, administers and maintains the operation of social services programs.
Reviews new and current programs to determine their efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND three (3) years of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program.
Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND one (1) year of experience at the lower level County Director 1, Child Welfare Services (SSM070) or position equivalent.
Related qualifications/experience:
Related qualifications include social work and behavioral science degrees, including but not limited to the following: social science, psychology, sociology, child development, family studies, criminal justice, education, public health and public administration. Related experience include the provision of services in a social services environment.
Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience:
Two (2) years human service work experience which included the supervision of subordinate directors, managers or supervisors in a human services delivery program such as Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS), Department of Child Support Services (DCSS), Department of Aging Services (DAS), Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) or comparable agencies.
Additional Information For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services
https://dhs.georgia.gov/
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
In addition to a generous benefits package, DHS offers a comprehensive package including retirement, holidays, leave, and health benefits. Visit http://team.georgia.gov/ for more information.
Insurance
Health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, healthcare and childcare spending accounts, and life insurance plans are available.
Health Benefits : 1-800-610-1863 State Health Benefit Plan
Flexible Benefits : 1-877-342-7339 GA Breeze Portal
Retirement
State employees participate in the Employee's Retirement System. Contributions are based on a percentage of salary and service date entry
Employee Retirement System: 1-800-805-4609 ERS Website
Deferred Compensation
Tax shelter plans are available that enable employees to provide for greater retirement security. Fund programs are available in both 457(k) and 401(k) plans.
Peach State Reserves : 1-877-342-7339 ERS / Peach State Reserves
Credit Union
Employees are eligible to become members of the Atlanta Postal Credit Union and Georgia United Credit Union
Are you aware this position is in Swainsboro, Emanuel County, Georgia?
Yes
No
What is your highest level of education completed?
Doctorate Degree
Master's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
None of the Above
How many years of supervisory experience do you have in a social services environment (Supervisory experience must be shown under work experience on the application)?
None
1+ Years
2+ Years
3+ Years
How many years of experience do you have working with a specific issue facing client populations such as family violence, crisis intervention, substance abuse, services to the elderly or disabled?
None
1+ Years
2+ Years
3+ Years
How many years experience do you have leading subordinate directors, managers or supervisors in a human services delivery program such as DFCS, DCSS, DAS, DJJ or comparable agencies?
Less than 1 year
1-2 Years
3-4 Years
5 Years or more
How proficient are you in Microsoft Office Suite?
None
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Expert
Required Question
#J-18808-Ljbffr