Lucas County Children Services (LCCS) is seeking candidates for an Assessments Supervisor position for the Social Services Division. This position reports to the Manager of Assessments of Lucas County Children Services. To oversee and manage a unit of caseworkers, ensuring that appropriate and timely investigations into allegations of child abuse, neglect, and dependency are conducted and that child safety is assessed. To ensure that the unit’s casework practice is reflective of critical Agency philosophies and responsibilities concerning, but not limited to, confidentiality, professionalism, cultural competency, family-centered, neighborhood-based (FCNB) services, child safety, social work ethics, family integrity, and timely permanency for children. To ensure that Agency policies and collective bargaining agreement provisions are understood and followed.

Candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field with five (5) years of casework 3 experience; OR a Master’s degree in social work or related field and three (3) years’ experience in protective services with pervious supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the following is helpful: Governmental Structure; Public/Human Relations; Labor/Management Relations; management/supervisory techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to model effective interactions and communication skills in cross-cultural situations required.
• Must possess the ability to utilize computer technology to access information and produce reports.
• Residential or other personal telephone required. Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable automobile required.

Pay Range: $61,261.20 – $91,873.60

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We offer an excellent salary and benefit package.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse work force.