CHILD WELFARE SUPERVISOR (Bastrop, LA)

State of Louisiana•Bastrop, LA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

This vacancy is located in the Morehouse Parish Child Welfare Office in Bastrop, LA and supervises a unit of Foster Care and administrative employees. This Child Welfare Supervisor is a crucial role that supports and monitors staff performance, identifies necessary resources, and ensures accountability. The incumbent of this position exercises direct supervision over staff that perform court work, intake functions, and perform short-term care for families and children who are alleged to be abused/neglected. Department MISSION: To protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong. Department VISION: A future where every child thrives in a loving environment, supported by empowered families and resilient communities. Department VALUES: Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity. At The Department of Children and Family Services, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

Requirements

Six years of experience in child welfare; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in child welfare; OR A bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience in child welfare; OR An advanced degree in a social science or behavioral health field, nursing, or a juris doctorate plus two years of experience in child welfare.
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
A current driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.
The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).

Responsibilities

Provide direct line supervision to staff through supervisor conferences, case staffing, unit conferences, on-the-job training, and review of completed work assignments, etc.
Determines work assignments, coordinates workflow and duty assignments of employees, monitors work productivity and activity to assure compliance with Agency procedures and policies.
Attends appropriate Agency staffings, meetings, and training/conferences in order to carry out the Agency's policies and to enhance skills development.
Works directly with clients, professionals, and community members who are upset and need clarification about a worker's intervention or Agency intervention in general.
Interviews potential job applicants and recommends hiring to the next supervisory level.
Performs other duties as assigned for the smooth operation of the Department.