Health & Human Services – Children & Families Unit Supervisor
About the role
The Children & Families Unit Supervisor position within Burnett County Health & Human Services oversees a team of social work and case management professionals and provides oversight of various programs including Access, Initial Assessment, Ongoing Child Protective Services (CPS), Foster Care/Kinship Care, Youth Justice, and Coordinated Services Teams (CST).
Responsibilities
- Supervise a team of social work and case management professionals.
- Provide oversight of programs including Access, Initial Assessment, Ongoing Child Protective Services (CPS), Foster Care/Kinship Care, Youth Justice, and Coordinated Services Teams (CST).
- Balance staff development and supervision with the complex responsibilities of child welfare and youth justice.
- Work closely with staff, agency leadership, community partners, schools, law enforcement, service providers, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field.
- Wisconsin Social Worker Certification (CSW) preferred.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Preference given to candidates with working knowledge and experience in Child Welfare and/or Youth Justice.
- Preference given to candidates with experience in county government and/or the public service sector.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to successfully complete required background checks.
Benefits
This position requires an on-site presence as necessary to support staff, clients, meetings, and other operational needs. Compensation up to $83,824 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience.
Pay
Up to $83,824 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience.
Schedule
Regular Full-Time | Exempt
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Application Instructions
To apply, download the required Burnett County employment application and email to Human Resources at Stacy.Gaffney@BurnettCountyWI.gov or call 715-349-2181, ext. 2135.
Miscellaneous Information
Burnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.