County Director 1 Child Welfare Services -
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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 Georgias most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote selfsufficiency independence and protect Georgias 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/shortterm 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 ofCounty Director 1 Chile Welfare Services. This position is located in Preston WebsterCounty Georgia.
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Job Description
Pay Grade: M
This position isresponsible for oversight of Child Welfare Services and administrative operations of the local County DFCS office and will ensure mandated services with priority of child safety and service provision to children and families.
Manages the development and administration of policies and programs of social service and community agencies correctional institutions rehabilitative services and related programs that are designed to protect and promote the social welfare of individuals and communities. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities- 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 teamoriented 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
- Bachelors degree in a related area from an accredited college or university ANDtwo 2 years of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program.
OR- Bachelors degree in a related area from an accredited college or university ANDtwo 2 years of experience at the lower level Child Welfare Svc Case Mgr Spv (SSP073 or position equivalent.
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 comparable child welfare agency managing Child Protective Services (CPS) Foster Care and/or Adoptions.
Additional Information
- For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human ServicesInformation
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:
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to preemployment 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 email. 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.Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
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