Directs the planning, development, administration and evaluation of social work programs within an assigned agency and provides expertise, consultation and training for social work personnel.
Plans and conducts the assessment or evaluation of social work needs in program areas or public health districts. Provides social work consultation and technical assistance to health directors and other health care professionals. Participates in the development of social work policies, procedures and programs and monitors compliance with those procedures. Coordinates, supervises and/or monitors community resource development and public relations and educational services of social work staff. Develops, implements and evaluates standards and qualifications for public health social work staff. Monitors the impact of federal and state legislation and proposed regulations on agency social work services and the effect on the population served. Advises executive staff of new or existing social work services.
Knowledge of the principles practices and techniques of social work. Knowledge of psychosocial practices as related to health care. Knowledge of principles of human behavior. Knowledge of community health organizations, practices and resources. Knowledge of federal laws state and local laws or regulations pertaining to social programs. Ability to direct the activities of lower-level supervisors and monitor their effectiveness. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish good working relationships.
Licensure as a LMSW or LISW by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners.
A master's degree in a social work or social welfare program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or from a social work or social welfare program offered by a regionally accredited institution, plus experience as a professional social worker.