Social Work Program Administrator I

Social Work Program Administrator I

Franklin County is seeking a dedicated and visionary Social Work Program Administrator I to help lead meaningful change in our community. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape services that empower individuals and families, strengthen partnerships, and elevate the impact of our social work programs. If you're passionate about improving lives, committed to equity, and ready to guide a team with purpose and compassion, we invite you to bring your expertise and heart to Franklin County.

Compensation: $75,

* To Be Determined Based on Experience and Qualifications

Franklin County offers a competitive benefit package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity. Benefit options include medical and dental insurance; elective supplemental insurance options such as short-term disability, vision, and voluntary term life; local government retirement; 401(k) with a 4% employer contribution (no employee match required); generous paid leave that includes 13 county-observed paid holidays per year;

an employee wellness program inclusive of a county sponsored gym and an employee assistant program.

This position is responsible for directing the programs within the Child Welfare & Adult and Family Services Division and managing general agency duties and grants. This includes program planning and evaluation for adult and children's services, developing and managing the budget for the division, and acting on management and human resources matters in the Director's absence. The Child Welfare & Adult and Family Services division is comprised of the following service areas: child protective services, foster care and adoptions, Links (independent living services for youth), adult protective services, adult in home and placement services, guardianship, adult care home monitoring, and foster home licensing and training.

This position includes planning, implementation, evaluation and monitoring of all activities and overseeing all professional social work services within the agency. Franklin County DSS strives to be a leader in the field in providing effective and meaningful services to children, adults and families and this position is responsible for developing a program to meet this goal. The Program Administrator represents the agency and social work programs on multiple local and state committees and works to prioritize the needs of the community and local agencies in the provision of services.

Work is performed independently and under the Director's supervision. This person may also act on behalf of the Director in his or her absence.

Planning 25% The Program Administrator evaluates information provided from supervisory staff to develop justification to the director regarding utilization of staff assignments, job functions, and policies to maximize quality of services and efficiency. This position develops and oversees short and long term plans for services with a focus on the Child Welfare and Adult and Family Services Division based on local, state, and federal policies as well as the current models for best practice.

Furthermore, the Program Administrator coordinates delivery of services with the Economic Services Program Administrator to ensure appropriate allocation of resources.

Organizing and Directing 25% Consult with supervisory staff to recognize and address organizational and work flow problems in conjunction with the Director regarding reallocation of staff resources when warranted. This position develops plans for organizational shifts in response to changes in local, state and federal policies. This position works with the Staff Development Coordinator to oversee grant funding for the agency.

Budgeting 20% This position gathers and analyzes information obtained from supervisory staff and local and state reports to develop detailed budget recommendations to the Director for approval. Involves work with the Director in the presentation of this information to local government. This position also monitors line item expenditures to ensure that funds are utilized appropriately and regularly analyzes and identifies funding opportunities.

This position is also responsible for contract monitoring for the Child Welfare and Adult and Family Services Division.

Training 5% The Program Administrator assesses agency training needs and develops plans to ensure that all staff (i.e. supervisors, social work staff, and administrative staff) has access to appropriate training opportunities. This not only includes state and regionally provided training but also developing in house training opportunities utilizing existing staff and outside experts. Also develops and oversees an orientation program to adequately prepare staff for job duties and consults with supervisors to strengthen leadership and management skills.

Setting Work Standards 10% Collaborates with local agencies and federal and state partners in the development of agency and state policies to ensure…