Family Services Supervisor

Overview

The Department for Children and Families, Springfield District Office (SDO) is recruiting for a Family Services Supervisor. This position delivers administrative and supervisory work in the field of social and protective services to clients and their families in the Springfield district.

This position is one of two Supervisors in our office and would be responsible for supervising a team of Family Services Workers carrying court involved custody and conditional custody cases. Supervisors are expected to provide a mix of administrative, educational and supportive supervision creating an environment for open communication, teaming and accountability at both internal and external levels. Work is performed under the direction of a Family Services District Director.

All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships and results orientation. As a SDO Supervisor you would report you would be joining a new leadership team filled with lots of excitement for the future and we are a dedicated team of workers committed to the families and youth we serve and committed to supporting each other.

Who May Apply

This position, Family Services Supervisor - Springfield (Job Requisition #51675) open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact karolina.fowler@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed largely in an office setting although some field travel may be necessary, for which private means of transportation must be available. Occasional court appearance relative to program client needs/status may be required. Although duties normally occur within a regular weekday schedule, some evening and weekend duty may be necessary to provide necessary service and/or emergency coverage.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in social work AND one (1) year or more of casework experience with a child protective or juvenile services caseload.

OR

Bachelor's degree or higher AND three (3) years or more of casework experience with a child protective or juvenile services caseload.

OR

Bachelor's degree or higher AND two (2) years or more of casework experience with a child protective or juvenile services caseload AND one (1) year or more of supervisory experience.

OR

Completion of a Family Services Worker Traineeship in the Department for Children and Families AND three (3) years or more of casework experience with a child protective or juvenile services caseload.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.