Social Services Division

Lucas County Children Services (LCCS) is seeking candidates for an Emergency Services Supervisor position for the Social Services Division. This position reports to the Assistant Manager – Intake & Emergency Services of Lucas County Children Services. To oversee and manage a unit of caseworkers, ensuring that reports of child abuse, neglect, and dependency that are received outside of Agency’s standard hours of full operation are appropriately screened and responded to. 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 seven (7) years casework experience; to include five (5) years’ work experience as a Caseworker 3; OR a Master’s degree in Social Work or related field and three years’ experience in protective services with previous 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.