Job Location : Jeffersonville,IN, USA
The Family Case Manager Supervisor directs and supervises a team that provides protective services to children and families. The team delivers social services to maintain children in safe and positive family units or works with the court systems to remove children from their families to place them in protective environments. You will facilitate an integrated learning environment for staff and a culture of respect for children, families, and support persons.
This position is in Jeffersonville, Indiana, and will serve Clark County. This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $59,800 but may be commensurate with education and job experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.
A Day in the Life:Responsibilities include:
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either:
Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience. Advanced knowledge of principles and practices of social work, casework, sociology, and group and individual counseling, including new methods and theories of treatment. Thorough knowledge of state and/or federal laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards affecting child protection services, foster care, family preservation, and adoption. Thorough knowledge of state and federal rules, regulations and policies governing public assistance programs and the ability to apply them in the administration of the program. Thorough knowledge of the operation of the local court system and law enforcement agencies. Specialized knowledge of State Personnel Department and Settlement Agreement rules, regulations, and policies and the ability to apply them in the management of staff. Specialized knowledge of the state budget process. Ability to exercise sound judgment while managing crises, including those involving confrontational, aggressive adults being investigated for child abuse or neglect. Ability to prioritize and manage the workflow of subordinate supervisors and staff. Ability to supervise the work of supervisory, professional, and clerical staff. Ability to prepare clear, accurate reports. Ability to use tact and empathy in working with people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with supervisory staff of other organizations whose cooperation is necessary in delivering services to children and families in protective services. Ability to communicate articulately for court testimony. Ability to use computerized caseload data in planning and coordination of work. Ability to investigate and interview alleged victims and perpetrators of child abuse or neglect in an appropriate and effective manner. Ability to effectively manage a satellite office or major unit within a county office. Required to possess and maintain a valid drivers' license, independent reliable automobile, and appropriate automobile insurance coverage always. The Indiana Department of Child Services is a drug free workplace. Candidates are subject to pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing. Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes: Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years Education Reimbursement Program Group life insurance Referral Bonus program Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Free Parking for most positions Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at ...@spd.IN.gov.