Permanency Services Supervisor - Kinship Engagement

WAKE COUNTY, NC
Raleigh, North Carolina United States  View Map
Posted: Dec 04, 2024
  • Salary: 66,270 - 89,467 Commensurate with Experience USD
  • Salary Top:89467
  • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Job Description

    What You'll Be Doing

    We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Kinship Engagement Supervisor to lead and support a team of social workers focused on the identification and engagement of kinship caregivers for youth entering foster care. This role will involve supervising the team’s daily operations, providing guidance and mentorship to staff, and ensuring that engagement strategies align with best practices in child welfare.

    The Kinship Engagement Supervisor will:
    • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify relatives and close family connections for children entering foster care
    • Ensure that all legal and procedural requirements are met, while maintaining a focus on family-centered, culturally competent practices
    • Oversee the team’s efforts in ensuring timely and thorough family searches, engaging potential kinship placements, and ensuring the safety and well-being of children

    The position requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of child welfare practices and kinship care. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in child welfare, supervision, and a passion for supporting youth and families. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact by strengthening family connections and supporting children in their journey toward stability and permanency.

    About Our Team

    Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.

    The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

    • Bachelor's degree
    • Three years of job-related experience
    • Equivalent education and experience are accepted
    • Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.


    Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

    • Experience in working with Kinship Care Families
    • Knowledge of coaching techniques, case management, and trauma-informed care


    How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

    • Experience in working with kinship caregivers and at-risk families
    • Knowledge of coaching and case management techniques
    • Skilled in 1:1 coaching, group facilitation, and workshop presentations
    • Knowledge of child development and the effects of trauma on children and family systems
    • Knowledge of programs, services, and resources for families
    • Passion and commitment to kinship caregiver engagement and permanency for children
    • Possess strong interpersonal and customer service skills
    • Able to build and maintain positive, productive relationships
    • Ability to respond to and manage changing requirements and priorities
    • Use appropriate interpersonal skills and conflict-resolution methods
    • Experience in community outreach and engagement
    • Demonstrated leadership skills in supervising and managing staff
    • Ability to mentor and support professional development of team members
    • Skilled in performance management and staff evaluations
    • Ability to foster a collaborative and team-oriented work environment
    • Knowledge of best practices in staff training and development
    • Strong organizational and delegation skills


    About This Position

    Location: HSC Swinburne Raleigh, NC 27610

    Employment Type: Regular

    Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:15pm with occasional evenings and weekends

    Hiring Range: 66,270 - 89,467 Commensurate with Experience

    Market Range: 66,270.00 - 112,663.00

    Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

    Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 12/20/2024

    What Makes Wake Great

    Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

    Background Check Statement

    Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Emergency Service Worker Statement

    In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Wake County Government
    • Wake County Government

    Wake County Government provides services including tax collection, library services, local parks administration, planning and permitting, health and human services, law enforcement and more. Wake County is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners.

    Consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America, Wake County, North Carolina is home to NC State University, Shaw University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Wake County is also the center of state government, with our Capitol Building, legislature and many government offices located in Raleigh.

    Wake County is the most populous County in North Carolina. The County consists of 12 municipalities and includes Raleigh, the county seat and state capital. A unique mix of urban and rural small towns distinguishes Wake County from other counties and provides something for every lifestyle.

    Employee Benefits

    Employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, generous paid leave, investment in professional development, and a balance of work and family life. We offer a diverse selection of benefits to choose from, allowing employees to customize their benefits package to meet their family’s unique needs.

    Our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs are the rewards that go beyond the paycheck, including a 5% employer contribution to NC 401(k); on-site Employee Health Centers; employee assistance programs; and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. The County also offers a generous paid leave program that includes sick, annual, community service, parental, military and bereavement leave. These benefits, along with our award-winning wellness programs, set us apart as an employer of choice and affirm our commitment to supporting employees and their families, both inside and outside of work.

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