Top Social Services Executive directs, establishes, and plans the overall policies and goals for the delivery of social services to patents and families. Establishes accessible systems that respond to patient needs for social services including counseling, financial, bereavement, and specialized support during and after hospitalization. Being a Top Social Services Executive monitors usage and outcomes to continuously improve the service offerings and to offer additional services based on patient needs. Establishes relationships with outside agencies and charitable organizations to leverage additional sources of support for patients. Additionally, Top Social Services Executive requires a master's degree of Social Work or counseling. Typically reports to top management. The Top Social Services Executive manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Top Social Services Executive typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description of Duties
Please note: All education, including high school, and all employment history must be included in the body of the application for the application to be considered complete.
Hiring salary $50,773
Rate after successful completion of 12 month probationary period - $53,312
PAID OVERTIME / 401K Matching / NC State Health Plan
MSW/BSW degrees are preferred. College transcripts are required.
Applicants with qualified work against status may be considered at lower salary and grade.
$5,000 will be added to base pay for selected applicants who have successfully completed their Masters of Social Work degree.
The primary purpose of this position in relation to Children's Services is as follows:
This position serves a vital role in fulfilling one of the agency's main goals to assure the safety and stability of children through the use of intervention services as needed and required by law.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their applications to complex casework, treatment, and investigation of abuse or neglect of children; thorough knowledge of policies and procedures as evidenced by the ability to cite the authority of federal and state law; thorough knowledge of individual and group behavior, family dynamics, and medical, behavioral and/or psychosocial problems and their treatment theory. Considerable knowledge of governmental and private organizations and resources in the community. Ability to interact and motivate a resistant involuntary client population and the public who may not agree with the laws, rules or policies of the process or the programs; ability to prepare documentation such as written investigative reports for the court, case records and treatment plans; ability to testify as an expert witness; ability to employ advanced case management interview techniques to establish a supportive relationship and involve families in the initial assessment for the need of services; ability to quickly assess the risks and safety of the client environment during daylight hours, after dark and in high crime areas; ability to employ expert negotiation skills in the most complex cases; ability to analyze and assess child development safety issues in relation to risk factors; ability to analyze tense family situations and make decisions about removing children when the decision has to be made with limited direct information and limited access to consultation; ability to communicate effectively and establish supportive client relationships. Ability to perform manual work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Capability to help, train or orient new employees, students, or interns. capacity to function with a high level of
autonomy. Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and ability to access various computer networks required in the course of assessing history and services. Ability to accept constructive criticism. Faculty to refrain form causing or contributing to disruptions or hostility in the workplace. Understanding of and ability to comply with the laws governing confidentiality.
Minimum Training and Experience
Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative; Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; Master's degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. *Directly related experience is defined as human services experience in the areas of case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy and treatment planning. Other combinations of
education and experience will be considered for "work-against" status.
BSW or MSW degrees are preferred. College transcript is required. All degrees must be from an accredited institution.
Supplemental Information
The Beaufort County Department of Social Services (BCDSS) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or political influence.
Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted and will render your application incomplete. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.
Technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.
Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Please call the BCDSS office for assistance.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be
accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Online Application: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/beaufortdss/
You can find assistance with creating your account and steps for completing the application process at this
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Pre-employment Drug Screening and Criminal Background check will be required as a condition of employment. Valid North Carolina Driver's License Required.
All employees are called upon to serve shelter duty in times of emergency and/or natural disaster.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,773.00 per year
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