Safety Management Support Coordinator / 61011931 Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Safety Management Support Coordinator / 61011931 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Richland County, SC Job Responsibilities Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties:

The Safety Management Support Coordinator provides support planning, implementing, developing, and coordinating comprehensive safety practice programs by providing quality consultation and technical assistance within the Child Welfare Services Safety Division, four (4) program areas – Intake, OHAN, Assessment and Planning, and Human Trafficking on County and State level, by promoting adherence to DSS policies and procedures, agency mission, and the GPS Practice Model. Coordinates and monitors program design, implementation and daily administrative activities for staff in the Child Welfare Services Safety office. Assists the Child Welfare Services Safety Director with project management as assigned, which includes conducting special projects at management’s request. Collaborates and consults with CAPSS technical staff related to the Child Welfare Services Safety Office programs. Coordinates the state’s investigations program serving as a subject matter expert for county and state. Leads department work on improving its investigations practices, stays current on prevention practices and their intersections with child welfare systems. Researches, develops, and analyzes best practice improvement innovations to strengthen safety practice, knowledge, skills and competencies for Child Welfare staff. Drafts and revises practice guides and policy related to safety practices and the Child Welfare Services Safety Office (Intake, OHAN, ongoing safety case management) in accordance to the values, guiding principles and core practice skills of the GPS Practice Model. Works collaboratively with agency work-groups to implement statewide Safety program improvements strategies such as CFSR PIP, Michelle H etc. Maintains child welfare certification. Completes 20 hours of training yearly to include certifications that are required yearly is encouraged to attend and participate to assist with skills and development growth. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum and Additional Requirements A Bachelor’s Degree in any other field and three (3) years of professional experience in human services or social service programs. Additional Comments This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. “See Resume” is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments. If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer. The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION

Safety & Permanency Management / Richland County