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Oversees Child Welfare Services and administrative operations of a Class 2 County DFCS office. Manages the administration of policies and programs designed to protect and protect children and families. Ensures mandated services with priority of child safety and service provision to children and families. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.

Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS is seeking applicants for the position of County Director 2, Child Welfare Services. This position is located in Sylvester, Worth County, Georgia.

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Role and Responsibilities:

Assures agency compliance with policies, appropriate documentation, and reporting requirements.

Builds and encourages a cooperative team-oriented environment within unit(s) and with other agencies and providers.

Creates and maintains positive working relationships within the community and on the county DFCS Board.

Develop and administers budgets.

Facilitates communication within the unit(s)/agency on a specific case level as well as on a procedure/policy level.

Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges social services employees.

Leads and administers a comprehensive system of public assistance, employability, and social services.

Manages human resources and directs administrative activities for groups of social services employees.

Plans, administers, and maintains the operation of social services programs.

Reviews new and current programs to determine their efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with state, local and federal regulations.

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Must have reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, a valid state-issued driver's license and an acceptable driving history record.

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services

https://dhs.georgia.gov/

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Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to:hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process.Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

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The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.