Non-Profit Serving Seniors in Escambia County and Pensacola

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SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR - Posted: 03/07/2025

SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTORPosted: 03/07/2025

NATURE OF WORK

The Social Services Director position is a Fair Labor Standards Acts salaried/exempt position under the direct supervision of the President/CEO. The nature of this position includes negotiating with subcontractors for delivery of services and determining guidelines in the framework of existing policies. Considerable judgment in the frame of professional and technical knowledge must be exercised daily. Initiative and original thinking are often required to find new approaches and methods of service delivery.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Overall administration of the Social Services Department including personnel management in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties
Monitor and evaluate case management, case aide, and screening/assessment including compliance with funding source guidelines
Conduct training for new social services staff members including in-service trainings
Monitor case manager productivity levels to ensure set standards are achieved
Oversee and maintain all department records within funding source requirements; including care plan cost reviews, quality assurance monitoring requirements and monthly reporting
Maintain service authorizations and spending in compliance with funding limitations to prevent overspending or to make necessary changes between funding programs
Provide service provision (units of services) within approved program budgets in coordination with the Executive Vice-President
Responsible for care plan compliance within funding source guidelines
Monitor Adult Protective Services referrals for appropriate action and response
Assist in the preparation of grant applications and budgets
Make public appearances on behalf of the Council on Aging of West Florida to include both informal and formal speeches
Investigate community resources for effective service delivery
Adhere to, implement and enforce Council on Aging of West Florida policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned by the President/CEO

BASIC TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology or related field
Four years of experience in a social service or health-related field preferred
A Master’s Degree in social work or a related field may be substituted for two years of required experience
Experience in direct supervision and management required
Knowledge and understanding of community resources and service delivery programs
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to complete reports
Ability to delegate tasks and monitor results
Excellent communication and public speaking skills to address large groups
Ability to relate to and interact with the elderly and disabled
Proficient in use of Microsoft office products to include Word and Excel

Positions located within the Council on Aging of West Florida, Inc. require a valid Florida driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, dependable automobile, drug/alcohol testing, and successful completion of Level II background screening as a condition of employment.

Council on Aging of West Florida is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Drug Free Workplace

ANNUAL SALARY: $60,000 - $64,000 (based on level of education and experience) plus excellent benefit package to include health, life, disability, dental, vision and matching retirement plan.

HOURS: M-F, 40 hours/week

APPLY ON-LINE AT WWW.COAWFLA.ORG. AGENCY APPLICATION AND RESUME REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTORPosted: 03/07/2025