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Child Welfare Program Manager

Oakland, CA · On-site

$92K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The County Program Manager is an energetic, collaborative and results-oriented leader who will ... Social work or social welfare; Marriage, family, and child counseling; Child psychology, child ...

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Child Welfare Program Manager

Oakland, CA · On-site

$92K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The County Program Manager is an energetic, collaborative and results-oriented leader who will ... Social work or social welfare; Marriage, family, and child counseling; Child psychology, child ...

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Child Welfare Program Manager- Hybrid

San Jose, CA · On-site

$92K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The County Program Manager is an energetic, collaborative and results-oriented leader who will ... Social work or social welfare; Marriage, family, and child counseling; Child psychology, child ...

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Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field * 8 yrs of CFSR-related child welfare programs ... Experience using, managing, analyzing, interpreting, and reporting public agency administrative ...

... program improvement activities for regional states * interviewing agency staff, partners, and ... Experience using, managing, analyzing, interpreting, and reporting public agency administrative ...

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How much do welfare program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for welfare program manager in the United States is $107,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Welfare Program Manager vs Social Services Coordinator?

AspectWelfare Program ManagerSocial Services Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in social work, public administration, or related field; often some experience in program managementAssociate or bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field; focus on client interaction
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, community outreach, program planningCommunity centers, client offices, fieldwork
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, non-profits managing welfare programsNon-profits, government agencies providing social services
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for program oversight and management rolesFocused on direct client services and case management

The Welfare Program Manager oversees welfare initiatives, managing staff and programs, while the Social Services Coordinator focuses on direct client support and casework. Both roles require related credentials and work in social service environments, but their responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Welfare Program Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,460 per year, or $51.7 per hour.

Child Welfare Program Manager

Social Service Staffing & Recruiting, Inc.

Oakland, CA • On-site

$92K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

The County Program Manager is an energetic, collaborative and results-oriented leader who will supervise Master’s level social work and multi-disciplinary case management staff and manage overall operations of an integrated services program including housing, employment and education, intensive case management for 18-24-year-old transition-age foster and former foster youth. The Manager provides leadership to a staff team of 5-8 professional and additional support staff ensuring effective, accurate program implementation, excellence in participant care, adherence to agency policies, and efficient operations. The Manager is responsible for monitoring outcomes toward achieving program and individual youth outcomes. The Manager participates on the middle management team and is responsible to coordinate with other agency departments, hire and evaluate staff teams, develop resources and implement training to ensure a well-trained high functioning team, and to provide direct oversight of all aspects of program to ensure quality and compliance. The County Manager reports to the Director of Programs. This is currently a hybrid position requiring onsite work at a minimum of two-three days per week-and/or as needed depending on business need. However, it is subject to change depending on the needs of the department and the organization.



QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A master's degree in: Social work or social welfare; Marriage, family, and child counseling; Child psychology, child development; Counseling psychology, social psychology; Clinical psychology or educational psychology; Education with a counseling emphasis; or Equivalent master's degree in human services or behavioral science degree as determined by the licensing agency.
  • 3 years of full-time social work or casework employment in the field of family or child welfare services required.
  • 2 years managerial experience required
  • Direct Service Experience – at least 5 years’ experience working with underserved and disadvantaged youth, preferably current and former foster youth.

Company Description

We are a staffing and recruiting agency that specializes in social services. We hire BA, BSW, MA, MSW, LCSW, MFT, PsyD and PhD candidates for temporary, temp to hire and direct hire opportunities throughout California. We have part time and full time positions available, both direct services and management.