Family Services Supervisor I

Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Family Services Supervisor I Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department HUMAN SVCS Division HS-SS FAMILY SERVICES Requisition Number 2023542P Number of hours worked per week 40+ Work Schedule Monday-Friday/ 8AM – 5PM (Schedule may vary depending on operational needs) Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA (100 Outlaw Street) Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade GE14 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary $60,435 to $80,077 depending upon qualifications.
Job Description Family Services Supervisor-Foster Care/Independent Living GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The role’s main responsibilities are overseeing Family Services Specialists and managing programs and activities related to either Foster Care/Independent Living or Child Welfare (adoptions, permanency, and foster care).
Staff supervision, planning, training, programming, policy, budget, and reporting fall within the purview of this role.
Per key organizational policies, the role prepares, coordinates, and executes programs.
Through conferences and reports, it updates executive-level administrators on the status of key initiatives.
I am looking for a highly driven child welfare worker with expertise who is passionate about reunifying families and foster care.
Do you have a history of reaching and surpassing performance standards as a leader? The Child Welfare Foster Care Supervisor, Independent Living, is looking for an experienced candidate.
The ideal applicant will exhibit professionalism, teamwork, leadership, and the capacity to distinguish important tasks from conflicting priorities.
Their understanding of the foster care policies of the VA Department of Social Services will be demonstrated.
Together with working fluidly with direct care personnel, other supervisors, and colleagues both inside and outside the department, they will possess good writing and vocal communication abilities.
We would be happy to talk with you further about the role if this sounds like the appropriate fit for you.
TYPICAL TASKS: The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position.
Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the position as necessary.
Manage, direct, and lead a team of direct report(s).
Provide weekly individual and team supervision to supervisory staff.
Cultivate a positive, team-centered work environment.
Oversee scheduling and staffing to ensure adequate coverage for crises at all times.
Hire, on-board, and train staff effectively to ensure efficient operations.
Oversee the recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and recommending termination.
Oversees the Independent Living program to include curriculum for youth ages 14-21 years old preparing for independence; maintains the Independent Living budget lines; identifies goals and implements procedures to program objectives.
Responsible for monthly random case reviews to ensure the Permanency Team is always audit-ready.
Oversees the Resource/Foster Parent-Kinship Parent Program to include recruitment, retention, support groups, and PRIDE training/ongoing training.
Conducts interviews or investigations and makes children and family assessments; formulates and implements a plan of action; documents progress.
Reviews requests for services assigns work to family services specialist, and monitors service delivery to clients in crisis and often life-threatening situations Reviews preliminary/investigative reports and makes regular, periodic reviews of cases to ensure appropriate practices and effective follow-up Participates in initial interviews for hiring, promotions, disciplinary action, and termination Gathers pertinent information and evaluates criteria in making recommendations regarding service delivery and utilization of resources Prepares reports and presentations regarding program activities and service needs Attends community and state meetings as a representative of the department to explain programs, services, and regulations Participates in staff conferences to determine service needs, eligibility, and resource utilization in complex cases Provides appropriate program-specific training and professional development activities to family services specialists Participates in the development and implementation of policy and procedures for area of responsibility; interprets same for staff as needed.
Maintains record system for an area of responsibility; processes daily paperwork including reports, documents, memos, and personnel information.
Serves as an information resource for clients/residents, students, and professionals.
Monitors program compliance with applicable guidelines, regulations, and laws; monitors referrals and notifications.
Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to services; Serves as emergency duty on-call Supervisor.
Attends or conducts staff, committee, team, and other professional meetings to exchange information; attends professional seminars or conferences to improve professional skills.
Complete other duties as assigned.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.
Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: In order to be evaluated for vacancies in the Family Services Occupational Group, applicants shall possess the qualifications outlined in (1) OR (2) below: 1) A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the human services field, including Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Counseling and Guidance, Counselor Education, Human Services, Sociology, Family and Child Development, Aging Studies, Gerontology, Criminal Justice with a minor in one of the above studies, or other related degrees determined by the Department of Human Resources based on the similarity of the curriculum and course content.
2) A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in any field accompanied by a minimum of two years of appropriate and related, full-time equivalent experience in a human services related area.
To be considered for promotion, persons currently employed in the Family Services Occupational Group by a local department prior to September 1, 1990, who do not meet the qualifications outlined in either (1) or (2) above, must possess four years of appropriate and related experience in a human services area and must have successfully completed all available competency-based training related to the promotional area.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of four years of appropriate and related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Emergency Duty (On-Call) participation is required to comply with mandated responsibilities as listed under Section 63.
2-1503,B; Section 63.
2-900; and 63.
2-1604-63.
2-1610, Code of Virginia.
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term departmental needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field At least three (5) years of experience overseeing a program in the field of social services; in state and federal-mandated child welfare programs Supervisory experience or work experience in a leadership role of (5-8 staff).
Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable Experience and knowledge in Permancey – Adoption and Foster Care Experience participating in state or federal-level audits in an employment setting Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 12/28/2023 Job Close Date 01/14/2024 Open Continuous Special Instructions to Applicants Thank you for your interest in a career with the City of Chesapeake! We are an exceptional place to live, learn, work, farm, and play.
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ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Computer, copier, fax, telephone, scanner, adding machine, calculator, printer, car and related equipment.
Protective Equipment Required N/A Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards S = Seasonally Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust N = Never Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) NO Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4