Program Manager - Social Service manages and administers the day to day operations of residential or community-based programs. Hires and trains staff that provide patient care. Being a Program Manager - Social Service ensures service delivery meets quality standards. Acts as a liaison with internal and external parties. Additionally, Program Manager - Social Service requires a bachelor's degree in a related area. Typically reports to a director. The Program Manager - Social Service manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Program Manager - Social Service typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
General Description: Youth Service Workers manage and assess cases involving family preservation when youth are exhibiting mental, emotional, or behavioral concerns that place themselves and others at risk. This position is critical to the health and well-being of West Virginia’s youth population. Upon completion of an in-house training program, these positions perform complex social casework that crosses programmatic lines into child protective services, foster care, and legal guardianship. Due to the needs of this position, travel is required and may include being on-call during non-traditional hours. Ongoing training is provided, as is access to support services for the worker. This position is eligible for overtime pay.
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Applicants must possess a valid WV driver’s license, and reliable transportation. Applicants also must have strong communication skills, both oral and written, and maintain detailed case records and extensive documentation. Overtime hours and frequent travel may be required. Successful completion of a background check is required for employment.
Hiring bonus for the positions of Child Protective Service (CPS) Worker and Youth Service Worker. Berkeley, Jefferson and Morgan counties are eligible for a $5,000 hiring bonus, which requires a one-year employment commitment. Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Fayette, Gilmer, Grant, Greenbrier, Hardy, Harrison, Kanawha, Lewis, Logan, Marion, Mercer, Mineral, Mingo, Monongalia, Monroe, Nicholas, Pocahontas, Preston, Roane, Summers, Taylor, Wayne, and Webster are eligible for a $2,500 hiring bonus, which also requires a one-year employment commitment.
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Training: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Special Requirement: Eligible for Temporary Social Worker License OR Licensed as a Social Worker, Graduate Social Worker, or Certified Social Worker by the West Virginia Board of Social Work Examiners.
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The West Virginia Department Of Human Services is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,850.00 - $74,750.00 per year
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Work Location: In person