Program Manager Sr. #W5169 REPOST (In-Home Services)

Title: Program Manager Sr. #W5169 REPOST (In-Home Services)

State Role Title: Program Admin. Manager III

Hiring Range: $93,000 - $97,000/yr.

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Social Services

Location: DSS HOME OFFICE

Agency Website: www.dss.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices, ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement, we commit ourselves to listening, learning and cultivating environments of trust, respect and positive engagement. Together, we are mission-driven, eager to achieve, and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.

We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency – one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia – partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children, adults, and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside 1,650 (state) and 12,200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia’s most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching – Employee Benefits.

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS), Division of Family Services (DFS) is currently seeking a Program Manager Sr. This position, which serves as the Program Manager Sr. for the In-Home Services Program, reports to the Division of Family Services Assistant Director for Protection, In-Home Services, State Hotline, and the Office of Family Violence programs. Responsibilities include planning, developing, implementing, budgeting, and managing program regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as analyzing data and managing the legislative process based on how state and federal legislation impacts the In-Home Services Program. The role also involves monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of services delivered through local departments of social services and federal and state funding grants. This position is responsible for managing the appropriate application and coordinated use of federal Promoting Safe and Stable Families (PSSF) funds, which aim to create a coordinated and integrated service system that strengthens families and communities. Additionally, this position manages state funds, negotiates and monitors contracts, and develops both short- and long-range plans to enhance In-Home services statewide. Collaboration with DFS programs, local departments of social services, VDSS divisions, and external community partners is crucial to ensure the well-being of children and families in Virginia. The position requires travel within and outside the state for presentations and conference attendance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated Child Protective and In-Home Services experience, to include leading and supervising at the local or state level.
• Comprehensive knowledge of child welfare programs.
• Considerable knowledge of Title IV-B and Title IV-E funding.
• Documented experience utilizing technology and continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, fiscal management, federal and state laws and regulations associated with Child Welfare, primarily Child Protective Services and In-Home Services.
• Experience with primary, secondary and tertiary prevention services.
• Considerable experience in applying complex federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures that govern compliance requirements related to child welfare programs, particularly In-Home Services programs.
• Considerable experience in interpreting complex federal and state laws and regulations related to child welfare funding including Title