Family Services District Director I Job Listing at State of Vermont in Springfield, VT (Job ID 0C2EB7A4-5E84-4)

Description

Overview

The Department for Children and Families, Family Services Division Springfield District office is recruiting for a District Director. District Directors provide managerial and leadership work for the Family Services Division (FSD) of the Department for Children and Families (DCF) of the Agency of Human Services (AHS) involving the administration, delivery, and evaluation of services to children and their families in an assigned district. Duties involve extensive liaison with other human services programs from both the public and private sectors of the district. Program emphasis is upon services to children and juveniles and their families. Directors provide practice and cultural leadership to staff, manage a district budget and address personnel matters. All employees of the Agency of Human Services adhere to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships and results orientation. Supervision is exercised over professional, Para-professional and clerical employees. Work is performed under the general direction of a Family Services Policy and Operations Manager.

The Springfield District (SDO) is a dynamic district with a mix of new and seasoned workers. Springfield has 17 employees which includes 9 FSW's and 2 Supervisors, an Administrative team, a Resource team, 1 case aide and a case plan reviewer. They also have a strong partnership with Easterseals staff, local law enforcement and other community partners. The district is dedicated and passionate about child, family and staff safety and are always striving to do the best they can for the families of Vermont.

 

A successful candidate for this position will be a person who is energetic, passionate about the work, knowledgeable about child welfare and youth justice, open minded, has strong communication and organizational skills and will be able to balance many different personalities and work styles.

Who May Apply

This position, Family Services District Director I (Job Requisition #51266), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact deb.caruso@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 a community and district office setting. Private means of transportation must be available. Court appearances relative to program client needs/status may be required. Partnering and collaborating with other community agencies including law enforcement, schools and local designated agencies occur regularly. Although duties normally occur within a normal work schedule, some weekend and evening activity may be necessary to provide necessary service and/or emergency coverage. Speaking engagements before a variety of groups may be expected.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in social work or related field AND three (3) years or more in a human services program; INCLUDING two (2) years or more of supervisory or administrative duties.

OR

Master's degree in social work or public administration AND two (2) years or more as a Social Worker with a child protective or juvenile services caseload INCLUDING two (2) years or more of supervisory or administrative duties.

OR

Bachelor's degree AND seven (7) years or more in a human services program INCLUDING two (2) years or more of supervisory or administrative duties.

OR

Bachelor's degree AND three (3) years or more as a social worker with a child protective or juvenile services caseload INCLUDING two (2) years or more of supervisory or administrative duties.

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.

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