PLEASE APPLY BY FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2024
Position Summary
Hiring Range: $66,695.15 - $100,042.73
Provides direct supervision, training, support, review and evaluation of professional technical and para- professional staff involved in Department of Community Resources (Family Kinship Care Services). 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.
The Mecklenburg County Department of Community Resources strives to strengthen families and communities through a safety-net of services, collaborations, and hope. Our vision is to define and cultivate an organizational culture that is more compassionate and understanding toward each other and our clients.
Essential Functions
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Supervise, train and evaluate the performance of technical and para-professional staff
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Consult with teams and staff on individual case assignments
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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
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Establish performance objectives, conducts periodic reviews and monitors progress
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Monitor budget activities and adjusts expenditures and makes recommendations as appropriate
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Review and audits staff cases and workloads to prioritize duties and referrals for new cases
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Complete monthly and quarterly program reports
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Provide consultation to staff in complex case situations, acute emergencies, or cases which require a high level decision
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Communicate with and visit other public and private welfare agencies, hospitals and other institutions in order to exchange information and develop resources
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Seek additional sources to increase funding and expand services
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Review and analyze activity reports and statistics for continuous awareness of program operation
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May be required to staff shelters in the event of a disaster
Minimum Qualifications
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Minimum of five years of social services or human services experience. Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Human Services, Health or related field.
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Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
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Requires County Driving Privileges
Preferred Qualifications
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Master's degree in Social Work preferred
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Experience with Family Kinship Care: administration, laws, policies and procedures
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
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General social work principles and available resources
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Social services procedures, practices and methods
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Social services related federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations relating to provision of public assistance, and social welfare
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Case management methods and techniques
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Services offered by the county and other local public and private community based service agencies
Skills:
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Interpreting and implementing local, state and federal regulations that govern Health and Human Services
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Explaining and advocating for the needs of children, families, the elderly, disable adults and the impoverished
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Demonstrated leadership skills
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Excellent communication skills– both written and spoken
Abilities:
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Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures
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Building Partnerships: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals
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Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
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Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
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Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
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Delegating Responsibility: Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization’s and individuals’ effectiveness
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Managing Conflict: Dealing effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people
Computer Skills:
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Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.