CPS Tarrant County Board Liaison Supervisor I/II
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. The position supervises the Rainbow Room coordinator, the Tarrant County Community coordinator and clerical staff. The position oversees the unit in accordance with Child Protective Services Handbook, Title III of the Texas Family Code and Minimum Standards of child placing agencies. The position interacts routinely with the Tarrant County Child Welfare Board, Commissioners court, Tarrant County Tarrant County Community Partners and other stakeholders/community members. The Board liaison coordinates and prepares the annual budget for the CPS for Tarrant County. The liaison also prepares the monthly budget reports for the Child welfare board. The liaison will prepare a quarterly report on reimbursements for approval of funds disbursement for foster child expenses and special services. The liaison coordinates monthly Child Welfare reports and completes reports for the meetings. The liaison will develop and maintain positive working relationships with CPS staff, county staff, child welfare board, service providers and the general public while providing insight to policy and budgetary procedures. The role of a board requires someone who is very detailed oriented and organized. The position requires someone who is a self-starter and can work independently. One must have the ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities at one time and manage the needs of various stakeholders.
Requirements
- Child Protective Services Supervisor I: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus eighteen months of full-time experience in Child Protective Services or child placement services in a public social services agency OR Currently employed as a Child Protective Services Supervisor I in Family and Protective Services. OR previously employed as a Child Protective Services Supervisor I in Family and Protective Services.
- Child Protective Services Supervisor II: Completion of Phase I Child Protective Services Specialist Certification and completion of the Child Protective Services Supervisor Certification OR Currently employed as a Child Protective Services Supervisor II in Family and Protective Services OR Currently employed in a Family and Protective Services management position in the Child Protective Services program at a level above Child Protective Services Supervisor AND prior experience as Child Protective Services Supervisor in Family and Protective Services OR previously employed as a Child Protective Services Supervisor II.
- Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
- Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective communication.
- Ability to operate a personal computer and use various software packages
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
- Ability to gather, assemble, correlate and analyze facts
Nice To Haves
- The role of a board requires someone who is very detailed oriented and organized.
- The position requires someone who is a self-starter and can work independently.
- One must have the ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities at one time and manage the needs of various stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Plans and manages unit operations to achieve project goals and objectives. Responsible for completing monthly conferences, monthly nit meetings, yearly performance evaluations, approving tie and leave and travel.
- Selects, manages, and develops staff through field visits with staff, review of performance data, conferences, training, and performance appraisal.
- Interprets program policy and procedures to unit staff, other agency staff, and the Child Welfare board
- Develops and maintains effective working relationships between Child Protective Services staff, Child Welfare boards, the general public, legal, medical, educational, and other community resources.
- Manages the County budget and accounts.
- 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.
Benefits
- 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members
- 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
- Optional dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
- Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
