CPI INV PD Supervisor III

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Houston, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals. This position reports to the Regional Program Administrator (PA) and performs highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services, technical assistance, and supervisory work. The position is responsible for the overall program service delivery of Child Protective Investigations (CPI) Supervisors, caseworkers, human services technicians, and administrative assistants within the unit. Work involves coordinating, assigning, and providing consultative oversight to assigned CPI units. The Program Director (PD) assists the program in providing training, insight, and case guidance to staff regarding complex investigations. Provides operational oversight to CPI units, including the management of case analysis, travel, time and leave, case assignment, conferences, personnel, positive performance, and educational reference for regional management. Analyzes and responds to short-term or emergency requests requiring expedited response. Work includes active participation, training and liaison activities within the community, overall CPI delivery of services, provides subject matter expertise regarding Investigations (INV)/Alternative Response (AR) program, and ensures policies and procedures are in compliance within the program area. Develops programmatic monitoring tools and performance measures to ensure accountability and quality of service delivery. Represents the program at meetings, conferences, workgroups, hearings, and other events. The position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services staff, other agencies in the community, community boards, judges, schools, law enforcement, and the general public The PD works under minimal supervsion, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

Requirements

• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to the Child Protective Investigations (CPI) program.
• Knowledge of contracted and community providers and services provided to children and families involved with Child Protective Services.
• Knowledge of Child Protective Services programs, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of federal and state law regarding Child Protective Services.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in negotiation and problem resolution.
• Skill in leading others and facilitating group meetings.
• Skill in leading projects, managing work processes, producing deliverables and determining outcomes.
• Skill at establishing and maintaining productive working relationships both internally and externally.
• Skill in program planning, development and implementation.
• Ability to represent Child Protective Investigations and the agency effectively with key stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to gather, assemble, correlate and analyze data and facts.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, develop staff and oversee the work of others.
• Ability to approach problems critically and analytically.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to understand new information effectively and quickly.
• Ability to plan, direct and assign responsibilities and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to present information at training sessions, conferences, or legislative hearings.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, counseling, psychology, criminal justice, early childhood education, criminal justice, elementary or secondary education, or a related field
• CPI Supervisor II (through the certification process) for at least one (1) year
• Five (5) years full-time supervisory or managerial experience in a social service or similar field which must include: analysis of work problems having an administrative aspect; interpretation of complex written material; planning, organizing, overseeing investigations, and coordinating requirements for support services or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved including interpretation and implementation of policy and procedure. (This does not include a CPI Supervisor who has the tenure to be eligible for certification but has not obtained it unless they are able to provide documentation showing that they have also met the training requirements for certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and directs case actions related to safety, risk, and permanency on a daily basis. Ensures timely contact is made on all cases and that supervisors are continually assessing child safety throughout the investigation. Evaluates CPS cases at specific decision points during active case management to provide subject matter expertise and technical guidance to CPI caseworkers and supervisors. Serves as a CPI program subject matter expert in the field, and offers guidance, consultation and technical assistance to their program area staff and internal and external stakeholders to foster effective program service delivery. Reviews and analyzes high risk, complex, sensitive, and high-profile investigations to assess child safety issues. Conducts next-level approval of high-risk cases subsequent to supervisory and Child Safety Specialist review to ensure child safety factors are addressed. Reviews and approves all cases staffed for Family Based Safety Services (FBSS), legal, high-risk cases not eligible for services, Parental Child Safety Placements (PCSP), 3 in 30 reports, Office of Consumer Relation inquiries, and completes monthly quality assurance reads on cases. Reviews and approves all Administrative Closure (Admin) and Priority None (PN) cases. (25%)
• Evaluates performance of service delivery and program areas to ensure effective and efficient program operations. Ensures program area has all time and leave entered into the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) to provide oversight, regulation, and management of all overtime accumulated by staff. The PD conducts monthly meetings with CPI supervisors to provide training or technical assistance in a program area such as important communications pertaining to policies and procedures, address trends and patterns, discuss CPI updates, support team building opportunities, and ensure performance standards are met. Develops and implements appropriate strategic plans for improving program operations. Identifies program, policy, knowledge and procedural gaps and inconsistencies, assesses the need for new training development for program and agency staff, and provides guidance to agency and program leadership in the development, coordination and deployment of agency training materials and activities. Prepares management reports, analyses, and correspondence on the effectiveness of program activities. (25%)
• Selects, manages and develops staff through review of performance data, conferences, training and performance appraisal. Interprets program policies and procedures to program staff, other CPI staff, and the general public. Analyzes and responds to short-term or emergency requests requiring expedited response. Manages the completion of required administrative, informational and performance reports and analyses for the CPI strategy and process function. Manages the development and preparation of presentations, reports, information, communications, correspondence and responses to requests for information; ensuring quality, consistency, technical, and program accuracy and timeliness. Ensures communications, responses and reports are completed and issued within required timeframes. Provides program area subject matter expertise, guidance, consultation and technical assistance to agency staff and internal and external stakeholders to shape effective INV/AR service delivery. Promotes growth and development of management and direct delivery staff. (20%)
• Consults, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with regional and state office management, regional field staff, CPS/CPI state office program and policy staff, external public and private stakeholders, consumers of child protective services, volunteers, advocates, judges, other social service providers, educational, juvenile justice, workforce development boards and organizations to provide guidance, technical assistance and program subject matter expertise. Maintains communication with the PA and other DFPS staff to provide pertinent information for responding to regional issues and developments. Represents the program at meetings, conferences, workgroups, hearings and other events. Works with Community Partners to develops and implements plans and strategies to improve investigations casework functions and processes and promote program efficiencies and service delivery within the region. (20%)
• Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations. Promotes, monitors and ensures that respect is demonstrated for cultural diversity. Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy. (10%)

Benefits

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for)
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance—at rates much lower than most private plans
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees