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Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs complex
supervisory work in the provision of child protective services.
Plans, assigns and reviews the work of employees performing child
protective services; performs related supervisory functions.
Coordinates the work of the unit with inter- and intra
governmental units, community organizations and advocacy groups.
Work may require the use of personal automobile for travel.
Employee is subject to on-call status during non-business hours.
May be required to deal with situation which are potentially
dangerous to client and worker. Performs related work as
required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This class is intended for
positions which are assigned duties predominantly in the
supervision of child protective services.
Examples of Work
Plans, develops, and executes a primary mission of child
protective services in a county or multi-county area through
professional and para-professional staff.
Supervises daily work of the staff.
Develops and implements services and support programs, within
regulatory and statutory guidelines.
Maintains liaison with appropriate allied agencies and
organizations.
Serves as consultant in area of responsibility.
Studies and recommends policy, procedures, standards and
operational methods for consideration by agency
administration.
Prepares necessary reports and records to reflect operation
status of the program.
Directs staff development activities within area of assignment.
Evaluates effectiveness of child protective services.
Counsels and guides professionals in the development of
individual or group programs for the rehabilitation of
customers.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the function, organization and regulations in
child protective services.
Knowledge of the laws and regulations underlying child
protection, domestic violence, foster care and children's
mental health.
Knowledge of the social rehabilitation process including
procedures, methods, techniques and practices with
particular focus on family systems and family-centered
practice.
Knowledge of structure, functions, relationships and practices
of organizations as related to individual and family
problems.
Ability to effectively direct the work of multi-disciplinary
groups in a team approach.
Ability to establish relationships with professional and lay
people at all levels.
Ability to instruct and present ideas and information clearly
and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to supervise professional and para-professional staff.
Ability to manage complex programs for the benefit of customers
and the community.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited
college or university.
Substitution:
Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Psychology,
Counseling, Criminal Justice, Behavioral Science,
Interpersonal Communications, Human Services, Education,
Special Education, Elementary Education, or Secondary
Education from an accredited college or university may be
substituted for the degree in Social Work.
OR
Current West Virginia Social Work License
Experience:
Three years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid
social work experience in a public or private human services
agency, two years of which must have been in children's
services.
Substitution:
A Master's degree in social work may substitute for
one year of the required non-supervisory experience.
Special Requirement: Eligible for Temporary Social Work License
OR
Licensed as a Social Worker, Graduate Social Worker, or
Certified Social Worker by the West Virginia Board of Social
Work Examiners.
Promotion Only: In addition to the Special Requirement, five
years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as
a Social Service Supervisor, Social Service Worker, Protective
Service Worker, Protective Service Worker Trainee, Family
Support Specialist or Family Support Supervisor.
Established: 12/19/96
Revised: 01/21/97, 05/02/97, 10/5/2000,
02/01/2001
Effective:
02/01/2001