Supervisor of Child Welfare Services

2 weeks ago

Ellsworth, United States State of Maine Full time
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Job Class Code: 5078Grade: 25 (Supervisory Services)Salary: $71,344 - $91,291.20 per year*
*This position is eligible for an additional $1.00/hr. stipend for employees possessing a related Master's Degree.
Location: Ellsworth

Core Responsibilities:

As a Supervisor of Child Welfare Services, your role will involve planning, coordinating, directing, and overseeing the efforts of caseworkers and support personnel within the realms of child protection, adoption, and alternative care assigned to your unit. You will evaluate and allocate casework assignments; and review, supervise, and provide direction to your team regarding cases and service provision. Your typical responsibilities will include:
1. Ensuring compliance with established quality service standards.
2. Consulting with and advising staff on casework to assist with challenging cases and workload issues.
3. Assessing and comparing staff performance and/or outputs against established benchmarks to evaluate productivity levels and training requirements.
4. Collaborating with external agencies and community resources to synchronize services, promote essential community resources, and oversee cooperative agreements.
5. Analyzing and recommending program-wide enhancements and establishing unit protocols and objectives to improve service quality and continuity.
6. Coordinating efforts between the unit and service providers to effectively deliver social services to clients.
7. Authorizing service delivery and client/caseworker expenditures.
8. Negotiating various contracts and agreements with service providers and others to ensure appropriate services are rendered.
9. Reviewing and analyzing cases to ensure adherence to state and federal regulations, standards, and requirements, and participating in court proceedings as necessary.
10. Directing, coordinating, and/or participating in after-hours coverage to ensure adequate staffing.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify, your background must include eight (8) years of education and/or professional experience in social work, which includes at least two (2) years of experience as a fully licensed social worker* (LSW). A Master's degree is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills/experience:

1. Recent experience in professional child welfare case management.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of and recent experience working with MACWIS/Katahdin.
3. Four years of experience as a fully-licensed social worker.

*An LMSW or LCSW automatically meets the two (2) years fully licensed social worker experience requirement.

Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is committed to enhancing health, safety, resilience, and opportunities for the residents of Maine. The Department provides health and social services to a significant portion of the State's population, including children, families, older adults, and individuals with disabilities, mental health issues, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates state psychiatric facilities, and oversees healthcare providers.

The Office of Child & Family Services (OCFS), within DHHS, is responsible for ensuring the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and families through community networks, local resources, and lifelong family connections throughout Maine.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

Employees across Maine state government embody our state motto - "Dirigo" or "I lead" - as they provide essential services to residents every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and well-being with a comprehensive total compensation package, including:
  • Work-Life Balance - Enjoy 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and over 3 weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
  • Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays a significant portion of employee-only premiums, depending on salary.
  • Dental Insurance - The State of Maine covers 100% of employee-only dental premiums.
  • Retirement Plan - The State contributes a percentage of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
  • Parental leave is a crucial benefit for working parents. All employees welcoming a child, including fathers and adoptive parents, receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government fosters a culture of respect and awareness. We are dedicated to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members and ensuring an inclusive environment for applicants of all backgrounds.

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