Program Director, Child Welfare Services

Georgia Department of Revenue•Savannah, GA

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS), is hiring a Program Director, Child Welfare Services, located in Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia. The role manages the administration of policies and programs designed to protect children and families, with priority given to child safety and service provision. The director oversees subordinate managers and staff, administers social services programs, and serves as a member of the agency management team. The position reports other assigned professional responsibilities to the County Director. The director establishes goals, objectives, policies, and procedures aligned with the agency and division missions; evaluates program outcomes and compliance; and supports efficient, timely service delivery. The role also involves staff development, community awareness, collaboration with agencies and providers, and management of budgets and administrative activities. The stated compensation is $80,000. The position is a day shift role. Reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, a valid state-issued driver's license, and an acceptable driving history are required. The selected candidate may be subject to pre-employment screening and checks. In an identified emergency, the employee may be required to assist with departmental emergency responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university, plus two years of experience managing subordinate supervisors in a human service delivery program; or a bachelor's degree in a related area plus two years of experience at the lower-level Child Welfare Services Administrator (CWS Administrator/SSP164) position or equivalent.
Related fields include social work and behavioral science, including social science, psychology, sociology, child development, family studies, criminal justice, education, public health, and public administration.
Related experience includes providing services in a social services environment.
Ability to work effectively at multiple levels of the organization and with multiple teams.
Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, a valid state-issued driver's license, and an acceptable driving history record.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience managing subordinate supervisors in DFCS or a comparable child welfare agency, managing CPS, Foster Care, and/or Adoptions.

Responsibilities

Analyze and assess program effectiveness to ensure identified outcome measures are achieved.
Ensure agency compliance with policies, documentation, and reporting requirements.
Build and encourage a cooperative, team-oriented environment within units and with other agencies and providers.
Create and maintain positive working relationships in the community and with the county DFCS Board.
Develop and administer budgets.
Facilitate communication within units and the agency at both case and procedure or policy levels.
Interview, hire, direct, train, evaluate, discipline, and discharge social services employees as necessary.
Lead and administer a comprehensive system of public assistance, employability, and social services.
Manage human resources and direct administrative activities for groups of social services employees.
Plan, administer, and maintain the operation of social services programs.
Review new and current programs for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with state, local, and federal regulations.
Serve as a member of the agency management team.
Establish goals, objectives, policies, and procedures consistent with the mission of the agency and division.
Ensure efficient and timely delivery of services.
Direct professional staff in developing their skills, delivering quality services, and documenting their efforts.
Promote awareness of programs within the community.
Perform other professional responsibilities as assigned by the County Director.