Economic Stability Area Director (DCFS Area Director)

Covington, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 5860 - 10546

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About this Job

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical preventive and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.

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This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape and oversee Economic Stability services for the Covington Region. Under the direction of the ES Regional Administrator the position leads day-to-day administrative operational and service delivery functions while overseeing regional workforce and resource decisions. As a key member of the ES management team the incumbent will collaborate on developing strategies goals and objectives that advance the mission of and strengthen services for families and communities across the region.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been at the supervisory level or above in Child Support Enforcement Child Welfare or Economic Stability programs:

Nine years of social services experience; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field plus six years of social services experience; OR

A bachelors degree plus six years of social services experience; OR

An advanced degree in a social sciences field business public or health administration or a Juris Doctorate plus five years of social services experience.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Program Performance & Quality Oversight
Analyze and assess the effectiveness of Economic Stability programs by reviewing performance data and outcome measures; develop and implement strategies to improve service delivery address performance gaps and modify or clarify procedures as needed.
Strategic Implementation & Operational Management
Ensure ES Managers implement regional strategies goals and objectives; monitor operations to ensure alignment with the mission of ES and the Covington Region updating plans as policies trends or service delivery needs change.
Policy Compliance & Problem Resolution
Provide guidance and oversight to ensure consistent and accurate application of policies and procedures; establish and maintain systems to measure quality and performance troubleshoot operational issues and recommend effective solutions.
Workforce Management & Staff Development
Oversee recruitment interviewing and selection or promotion processes in accordance with applicable laws and policies; identify training needs ensure appropriate instruction is provided approve leave monitor overtime and recommend or initiate disciplinary actions as necessary.
Leadership Performance Management & Team Development
Foster a high-performance work environment through positive leadership and teamwork; set expectations communicate progress provide ongoing feedback conduct evaluations support staff development and ensure subordinate managers carry out performance management responsibilities effectively and timely.
Stakeholder Engagement & Sensitive Case Management
Build and maintain effective internal and external relationships; represent ES and the Covington Region at meetings and public forums participate in committees and task forces and collaborate with the ES Regional Administrator to manage sensitive or high-profile issues ensuring timely reporting and recommending corrective actions.

Position-Specific Details:

Location:Medical Vendor Administration / ES Covington - Managers and Above Region 9 FSA 1 / LIvingston Parish

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as aProbationary appointment Promotional appointment Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months) or Detail to Special Duty

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How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

Patricia Walker

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge LA 70821

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Required Experience:

Director

About this Job The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical preventive and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.Learn more about Louisiana Department of HealthThis leadership role offers the opportun...