39th Circuit Social Services Administrator-CD

Job Description:

39th Circuit Social Services Administrator-CD

Description

Job Location: This position will be located in Lawrence County.

The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives.

Why you’ll love this position:

Are you passionate about helping people? Do you love working with children and families? Do you enjoy assisting people in difficult circumstances? The Department of Social Services - Children’s Division cares for at-risk children and families by providing family preservation and reunification services, investigating allegations of abuse and neglect, and conducting foster care and adoption case management. If you want to be part of a great team working to make a difference, please come join us!

What you’ll do:

Directs or assists in the overall planning, development and administration of social service programs such as: child abuse/neglect, foster care, adoption, permanency planning; family-centered services; prevention of juvenile delinquency; care, treatment and education of youth within the department’s custody specifics; self-sufficiency assistance, employment and related support services; educational and independent living services for the blind and visually impaired; health insurance/Medicaid; provider services; or the location of non-custodial parents, paternity establishment, and the enforcement and/or modification of child support and medical support orders for children.

• Assists in the development and implementation of departmental planning.
• Reviews and/or revises programs in area of responsibility to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, policies, plans, and procedures.
• Oversees programs such as community-based services, case management, and treatment systems.
• Supervises and monitors operations within a geographical area.
• Directs or assists administrative staff in general management, policy development, program planning, and/or coordinates assigned responsibilities.
• Selects, trains, directs, and evaluates staff in area of responsibility.
• Participates in the development, implementation or interpretation of new or revised program, departmental or legislative initiatives.
• Participates in conferences and meetings relating to areas of assigned responsibility.
• Participates in the development of budget requests and the monitoring of expenditures according to allocations and appropriations; recommends or directs implementation of cost saving measures.
• Conducts investigations, special studies, and prepares or reviews reports and related information to evaluate existing organizations, policies, procedures, and practices as related to the assigned program.
• Represents or serves as a liaison for the assigned area of responsibility; maintains contact with various staff, clients and public; cooperates with and addresses federal, state, local and community organizations, and other groups pertaining to the assigned programs.
• Ensures clients receive services according to identified needs.
• Negotiates or administers contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements with federal, state, local, and community organizations.
• Exercises considerable initiative and judgment in planning and implementation of assignments or projects; receives directions and supervision from an administrative supervisor.
• Qualifications for banded positions may include additional or specialized education, experience, licenses, certification or additional credentials.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of administration and management in a public social welfare agency. Comprehensive knowledge of governmental budgeting, fiscal management, and grants and/or contract management. Comprehensive knowledge of current human service issues and theories. Comprehensive knowledge of managerial techniques and administrative practices. Ability to review, analyze, interpret, and/or prepare federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures as related to the assigned program. Ability to testify as an expert witness. Ability to develop, implement, and administer assigned program or services to achieve positive program and client outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with departmental officials, legislators, staff associates, the general public and others. Ability to analyze and evaluate policies and operations and formulate recommendations. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to provide leadership and supervision to professional, technical, and related program staff. Ability to manage change, provide program management, and achieve results. Ability to develop short and long-range plans that meet established objectives and contribute to the overall goals and mission of the agency

All you need for success:

A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent and Nine or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in-home family crisis intervention services, and possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license.

OR

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably a degree in Social Work or comparable human services field; and

Five or more years of professional experience with a public or private agency in the delivery of protective services, including casework/case management in: investigation of abuse or neglect; coordination of foster care, adoptions, and family centered services; treatment/rehabilitation; and/or providing in-home family crisis intervention services, and possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license.

(A combination of earned credit hours from an accredited college or university in the preferred fields such as social work, family and child development, special education, psychology, sociology, or related behavioral sciences and experience described may substitute for the stated qualifications. 30 credit hours are equivalent to 1 year of experience. Professional experience as described must be of a substantial period of time (over 50% of time)).

(Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant)

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to travel throughout the State of Missouri as needed
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to travel throughout the State of Missouri as needed

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position please contact: CD-HR@dss.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. .

Salary:

72243.36 per Year