SOCIAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR/EXPERT

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee 3 - 4 Social Services Advisors managing approximately 50 - 60 residential cases and 20 - 30 aftercare cases.
• Review commitments and complete demographic backgrounds with parents/guardians to identify youth needs.
• Make monthly visits to 40-50 cases, traveling to 6-8 sites and courts across the state.
• Build strong relationships with youth and families through face-to-face visits and phone calls.
• Attend Treatment Team Meetings and provide information through the Monthly Case Coordinator Questionnaire Form.
• Maintain regular contact with Treatment Team Members and coordinate meetings with providers.
• Monitor treatment plan goals and submit progress reports to contracted programs.
• Prepare and submit various treatment and procedure packets, such as ASAP, EJJ, ICJ, dual custody staffing reports, RRA, and SAVRY updates.
• Track and initiate commitment order extensions and communicate with courts regarding youth's release.
• Address and report grievances related to youth's needs not being met by the program.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of the Juvenile Justice System and PREA Standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least four years of work experience in human services programs or public service work, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check required.

Position Information

The Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving Arkansans and ensuring safe environments for vulnerable populations. Employees enjoy benefits such as a pension, maternity leave, and paid state holidays.