Child Welfare Services Program Director - Fulton

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Job Title:

Child Welfare Services Program Director - Fulton County Agency:
Family and Children Services, Division of Job Requisition  Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $67,000

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.

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), Child Welfare Services (CWS) is seeking candidates for the position of Social Services Program Director.

This position is located in Fulton County.

Must have reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, a valid state-issued driver's license, and an acceptable driving history record. JOIN OUR TEAM!!!

The Program Director will supervise Social Services Administrators. The Social Services Program Director will provide the Solution Based Casework practice model. Also, will direct the planning, development and management of policies and programs of social services and community agencies, services and related programs that are designed to protect and promote the social welfare of individuals and communities.

Serves as a member of the agency management team. Establishes goals, objectives, policies and procedures consistent with the mission of the agency and division. Analyzes and assesses the effectiveness of existing programs to ensure the identified outcome measures are achieved. Evaluates new and current programs to determine efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Ensures efficient and timely delivery of services.

Directs professional staff in developing their skills, delivering quality services and documenting efforts. Promotes awareness of programs within the community. Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned by County Director.

Demonstrated successful leadership skills:
Leading Change:
Demonstrated ability to lead change as evidenced by an ability to develop and implement an organizational vision. Leading People:
Demonstrated ability to achieve organizational objectives by creatively managing and motivating staff. Results Driven Leadership:
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate large and complex programs. Business Acumen:
Demonstrated ability to properly utilize human capital, financial resources and information in a manner that instills public trust and accomplishes the organization's mission; demonstrated ability to take advantage of new technologies to enhance the effectiveness of decision making. Ability to work…