Social Service Administrator / Assistant Director

Social Services Administrator / Assistant Director

The purpose of this position is to administer and oversee the operations, personnel, and service delivery of the Social Services Department, including intake, assessment / investigation, ongoing case management, permanency planning, foster care, and adoption programs within the public child welfare arena. The Social Services Administrator / Assistant Director provides direct supervision to Children Services supervisors and staff, ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and develops policies, procedures, and program improvements that enhance child safety and family outcomes. This position serves as second-in-command to the Director and is authorized to act on behalf of the Director when absent, overseeing agency operations and managing critical issues in other divisions such as Public Assistance / Income Maintenance, OhioMeansJobs, and all support services. The incumbent is expected to maintain professionalism, sound judgment, confidentiality, and strong relationships with staff, clients, community partners, and county leadership.

Essential Functions :

• Leadership of Children Services Programs
• Supervision and Workforce Management
• Policy, Program Development & Compliance
• Agencywide Support & Acting Director Responsibilities

In addition to consistent and reliable attendance, the following duties are representative of the work performed. Other duties may be assigned.