County Team Leader ( Social Services )

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Plan, organize, evaluate, coordinate, and direct overall operation of assigned staff; study procedures and make plans to develop services for assigned section; establish standards for quality of work; provide backup support for immediate supervisor; assign personnel and evaluate performance; exercise initiative in pointing out the need for program improvements and assume responsibility for research and development of resources to meet such needs; advise all staff on policy/procedures; supervise preparation of periodic reports and caseload analysis; perform other related duties as assigned. WORK PERFORMED/JOB FUNCTIONS: Supervision of assigned professional and paraprofessional staff to ensure they function in accordance with the approved personnel practice. Implement and/or coordinate various functions delegated and assigned by the Supervisor. Administration: participate in budget preparation, monitor expenditures under programs supervised, and evaluate purchased services of those programs. Contribute to the County/Agency-wide team process of service delivery. Prepare and participate in required meetings. Keep supervisor/director informed of unusual or controversial case situations. Ensure safety policies are followed, general housekeeping of the work area is maintained, and any safety issues or concerns are corrected or reported for correction. Performs other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the principles and practices of social work case management as they apply to the treatment of major psycho-social problems. Knowledge of interviewing and recording. Knowledge of agency operations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of community services and resources and functions of social service programs and related services. Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Ability to prioritize caseloads and manage time. Ability to analyze complex situations and evaluate potential for improvement. Ability to provide technical guidance and suggestions on case direction to other social workers. MINIMUM TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, OR CERTIFICATIONS: A bachelors degree from an accredited college/university with a major in social work, psychology, sociology, or closely related field, and two years of professional social work experience; or a bachelor s degree and four years of professional social work experience. Or a master s degree from an accredited college/university in social work, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, human services administration, or a closely related field and six months of professional social work experience. Must have a valid driver s license. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Sedentary to light physical activities requiring stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking, hearing, and close vision. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 35 pounds. Typically in an office environment.