Family Services Supervisor

Amherst County Department of Social Services is seeking an experienced professional to fill the role of Family Services Supervisor. The ideal candidate will bring experience from previous Local Department of Social Services role(s), and be confident in their ability to oversee a variety of work processes while leading, developing, and supporting staff. The starting salary for this role is $47,454 (Commensurate with Experience).  Amherst County offers a generous benefit package which includes participation in the Virginia Retirement System, employer paid life and disability insurance, paid holidays, annual leave and sick leave, affordable medical, dental and vision insurance, etc.  Family Services Supervisor is the supervisory level in the occupational group for Family Services. Employees supervise staff that provide direct services for fostering and sustaining the social, health, economic, behavioral, and emotional functioning of individuals and families serviced by the Local Departments of Social Services. Employees supervise, train, lead, and develop staff and monitor case management services. General Work Tasks:

• Supervises social workers, assistants and others;
• Sets and enforces objectives for quality and quantity of work performed by unit;
• Evaluates social service programs and program budgets;
• Applies appropriate human resource practices in the supervision of staff;
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with others;
• Recommends policy changes based on evaluation of program effectiveness;
• Deals with difficult or dangerous cases;
• Interprets the program to other agencies and to the public; and
• Participates in community planning and development of new resources, jobs and community work sites.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of effective supervision; of policies, procedures and regulations relating to the various direct service programs; the literature in the field of human services programs; casework supervision principles and practices; principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction; employment and/or social work principles, practices and treatment modalities; and social, economic, health and employment problems that face individuals, groups and communities. Skill in operating a personal computer and the associated software and the operation of a motor vehicle.Demonstrated ability to plan and manage work activities and assist others in their planning and management; develop programs and procedures; make decisions in difficult situations; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; apply treatment and intervention approaches; interpret laws, policies and regulations regarding human services, ensure compliance and recommend needed changes; supervise others working with clients; analyze situations to make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; and train, evaluate, lead, and develop subordinate staff. Education and Experience: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia). Considerable experience in assigned program area/human services programs and completion of required training programs. Supervisory experience or work experience in a leadership role. Equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable. Experience working with community partners such as law enforcement, school system, community services board, private service providers, county administrator and Board of Supervisors, Community Policy and Management team, faith-based entities, civic groups and organizations. Instructions to Applicants and Special Requirements:Posting Begin Date: December 3, 2025Posting End Date: Open until FilledInterviews: Interview invitations will be extended to qualified candidates and interviews will be in-person.  Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume. Applicants are encouraged to provide a complete listing of relevant work experience and qualifications, and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly.  Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the job posting and answer the supplemental questions on the job application in their entirety. A