Social Work Program Manager; Cps

Social Work Program Manager (CPS)

Manages the delivery of a comprehensive Child Protective Services Program within the Department of Social Services. Supervisory tasks include, but are not limited to policy development, program planning, budget preparation and supervision of Child Protective Services Investigative Assessment Supervisors. Serves as an agency liaison with designated committee and interagency groups as well as the information specialist and public relations consultant with local media.

Considerable knowledge of Child Welfare laws and the methods and principles of casework supervision and training is essential. Candidates should possess skills in leadership, strategic planning, creative thinking, program evaluation, and relationship-building.

Considerable knowledge of methods and principles of casework supervision and training. Considerable knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their application to specific casework and community problems. Considerable knowledge of behavioral and socioeconomic problems and their treatment and governmental and private organizations and community resources. Considerable knowledge of the laws, regulations and policies which govern social work programs. Skill in supervising, training, or orienting lower-level social workers, students, interns, or other staff.

Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively.

Requires master's degree from an accredited school of social work and three years of social work or counseling experience, two of which was in a supervisory capacity; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited school of social work and four years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were in a supervisory capacity; or a master's degree in a counseling field and four years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were in a supervisory capacity;

or a four-year degree in a human services field or related curriculum including at least 15 semester hours in courses related to social work or counseling and five years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were in a supervisory capacity; or graduation from a four-year college or university and six years of experience in rehabilitation counseling, pastoral counseling, or a related human services field providing experience in techniques of casework, group work, or community organization, two of which were in a supervisory capacity;

or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Managing change and leading teams through organizational and practice transformations. Comprehensive knowledge of NC Child Welfare policies and best practices. Strong understanding of child safety. Ability to analyze complex situations, identify trends, and develop effective solutions. Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in Child Welfare.

Requires a valid North Carolina driver's license with a three-year acceptable driving record and a vehicle.