Children Services Administrator

Miami County•Troy, OH

4d•$68,494 - $97,552•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Children Services Administrator is to perform direct and indirect supervisory functions and organize and direct the development, planning, implementation, and monitoring of various client service programs.

Requirements

Knowledge of supervisory practices, interviewing, personnel practices, training and development principles, laws, rules and regulations concerning the Children Services program, office practices and procedures, and program planning and development.
Skills in written and oral communication, organization, and supervising.
Ability to extract information from various sources, work with others, maintain accurate records, supervise others, complete documents, and forms, advise, and provide guidance to others, develop corrective action plans, monitor program cases, and assign work to others.
Completion of bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, management, or a social services-related field, plus two (2) years of experience in a public service agency with knowledge of the Children Services' services program, policies and procedures, and three (3) years of Supervisory experience or an equivalent, of education, training and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Supervises and assigns work to Children Services supervisors. Organizes and directs the development, planning and implementation of the various services within the Division’s programs, complying with State, Federal and Local laws and regulations.
Implements procedures for carrying out rules, assists in policy development for Children Services Programs. Reviews cases and ensures compliance with State, Federal, and Local law. Oversees the negotiation of and reviews the financial contracts/memorandum of understanding. Conducts monthly staff meetings with supervisors. Meets regarding disciplinary actions, evaluations, and training of staff.
Performs public relations functions, including the development of resources to inform and educate the public concerning agency services. Presents information to community groups. Represents the agency's State partners and in the community.
Prepares reports, keeps statistics, and prepares business letters. Interviews applicants and makes recommendations for hiring of new employees. Attends seminars, meetings, and trainings.