Social Services Program Coordinator- Women, Families & Children

The role of the Social Services Program Coordinator for Women, Children, and Families involves creating and managing programs for incarcerated mothers and parents by utilizing various resources such as psycho-educational process groups, partnerships with community agencies, graduate social work and counseling interns, and volunteers. By working together, this team strives to enhance the well‑being of those under our care as well as their families and children.

The perfect candidate for this role is someone who possesses a strong drive to empower women, nurture positive parental relationships, and foster strong family ties through compassionate care, advocacy, innovative interventions, and treatment.
Travis County offers a premier Total Rewards Package that includes a highly rated retirement plan, vacation and sick leave, 2 personal holidays, 12 company holidays, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, medical, dental, and vision, and a free employee health care clinic.

This is the third in a series of three social services program-related job classifications within the Social Services job family. This classification is responsible for coordinating, participating in, and monitoring the activities and functions of a social services program or programs. This classification is distinguished from a Social Services Manager which has responsibility for an entire work unit. The Social Services Program Coordinator typically coordinates larger and more complex programs than a specialist, senior, or lead staff position.

This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.

• Coordinates, supervises, trains, monitors and evaluates program activities and staff. Plans, develops and recommends new or revised programs and goals and objectives. Develops and schedules program work plans, oversees daily operations and coordinates program activities.
• Determines, or assists in determining program priorities.
• valuates program effectiveness to develop improved methods. Devises evaluation methodology and coordinates implementation. Analyzes results and recommends or takes appropriate action.
• May prepare or assist in preparing proposals for funding or funding continuation.
• Serves as technical consultant for program and related policy and provides technical and problem-solving assistance on program services. Participates in providing program services to clients.
• Analyzes and reviews analysis of program and program policy issues.
• Prepares periodic reports and statistical reports on program activities and program progress.
• Serves as liaison with, and resource for community outreach and advocacy groups, service providers and others. Coordinates, improves and stimulates interest in the program and recruits program participants.
• Plans, develops and conducts program-related educational sessions and training. Speaks to community and other groups.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences or a directly related field AND five (5) years' experience in social services or a directly related field, including experience coordinating a program;
OR,
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
Dependent on department or division employed, the following certifications may be required:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or
• Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A)

Valid Texas Driver's License.

Master's degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences or a directly related field.
Experience in public speaking.
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Experience in parenting, family support, and women's issues.
Experience with substance use education and treatment.

• Supervisory principles, practices and techniques.
• Program coordination and oversight techniques.
• Policies, practices and procedures within area of assignment.
• Federal, State and Local program laws and requirements.
• Social service providers, professional associations, and community organizations.
• Trauma informed principles and practices.
• Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
• May be required to…