County Director 1, Child Welfare Services - 00024414
Georgia Department of Human Services, Atlanta, GA, United States
Overview
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 1, Child Welfare Services. This position is located in Millen, Jenkins County, Georgia.
Job Responsibilities Oversees Child Welfare Services and administrative operations of a Class 1 County DFCS office. Manages the administration of policies and programs designed to protect children and families. Ensures mandated services with priority of child safety and service provision to children and families. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.
Analyzes and assesses the effectiveness of existing programs to ensure the identified outcome measures are achieved.
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 with 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 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 resources 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 two (2) years of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program.
Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of experience at the lower level Child Welfare Services Specialist (SSP073) or equivalent position.
Related qualifications include social work and behavioral science degrees, including but not limited to social science, psychology, sociology, child development, family studies, criminal justice, education, public health, and public administration. Related experience includes 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:
Three (3) or more years supervisory work experience with DFCS or a comparable child welfare agency managing Child Protective Services (CPS), Foster Care and/or Adoptions.
Employment Information & EEO Statement 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 credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). 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.
For more information about the Georgia Department Human Services, visit https://dhs.georgia.gov/.
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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 1, Child Welfare Services. This position is located in Millen, Jenkins County, Georgia.
Job Responsibilities Oversees Child Welfare Services and administrative operations of a Class 1 County DFCS office. Manages the administration of policies and programs designed to protect children and families. Ensures mandated services with priority of child safety and service provision to children and families. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.
Analyzes and assesses the effectiveness of existing programs to ensure the identified outcome measures are achieved.
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 with 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 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 resources 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 two (2) years of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program.
Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of experience at the lower level Child Welfare Services Specialist (SSP073) or equivalent position.
Related qualifications include social work and behavioral science degrees, including but not limited to social science, psychology, sociology, child development, family studies, criminal justice, education, public health, and public administration. Related experience includes 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:
Three (3) or more years supervisory work experience with DFCS or a comparable child welfare agency managing Child Protective Services (CPS), Foster Care and/or Adoptions.
Employment Information & EEO Statement 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 credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). 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.
For more information about the Georgia Department Human Services, visit https://dhs.georgia.gov/.
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