Social Work Supervisor (After Hours)
Work Type
Family and Children’s Services
Position Number
req10662
Salary
Salary Range: $66,695.15 to $100,042.73. This is an exempt (salaried) position. Due to the hours of operation, members of the Social Work Supervisor Afterhours team are awarded a 5% shift premium.
Closing Date
December 6, 2023
Posted November 14, 2023
Agency Name
Mecklenburg County
Work County
Mecklenburg
Job Location
301 Billingsley Road
Charlotte
North Carolina
28212
Job Description
Youth and Family Services Division (YFS) of the Department of Social Services (DSS) provides a variation of services to safeguard children by strengthening the protective capacities of families whose children’s health, safety and well-being are at risk. The mission of DSS is to strengthen families and communities through a safety-net of services, collaborations, and hope. The Department’s vision is to define and cultivate an organizational culture that is more compassionate and understanding toward each other and our clients. YFS firmly believes the people who do this work are our most important resource. As such, children and families deserve trained, skillful professionals to engage and effectively assist them. If you have a passion for social work and making a difference in your local community, come join our Youth and Family Services team!
Position Summary
Provides direct supervision, training, support, review, and evaluation of professional technical and para-professional staff involved in areas which could include Social Services or Public Health. This position compiles reports and data to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures as well as assignment and monitoring of cases. This position provides feedback to staff to enhance their capabilities to perform efficiently.
This position is located at 5800 Executive Center Dr., Charlotte NC 28212. The shifts for this position will be 4:00pm – 1:00am and 6:00pm – 3:00am.
*Candidate must obtain fingerprint clearance to access the KBCOP database within 90 days of hire.
Essential Functions
· Supervise, train, and evaluate the performance of technical and para-professional staff
· Consult with teams and staff on individual case assignments
· Develop procedures to meet department or program goals, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines. Reviews information with teams or staff members to provide guidance and direction in the delivery of services
· Establish performance objectives, conducts periodic reviews and monitor’s progress
· Monitor budget activities and adjusts expenditures and makes recommendations as appropriate
· Review and audits staff cases and workloads to prioritize duties and referrals for new cases
· Complete monthly and quarterly program reports
· Provide consultation to staff in complex case situations, acute emergencies, or cases which require a high-level decision
· Communicate with and visit other public and private welfare agencies, hospitals and other institutions in order to exchange information and develop resources
· Seek additional sources to increase funding and expand services
· Review and analyze activity reports and statistics for continuous awareness of program operation
· May be required to staff shelters in the event of a disaster
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of five years of social services or human services experience
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Health, or related field
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? Yes
Licenses and Certifications
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
