Casework Supervisor(Prosecutor's Office)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Corrections or Guidance and Counseling -AND- two (2) years' experience as a Social Service Worker;

-OR-

Bachelor's degree -AND- five (5) years' experience as a Social Service Worker.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

JOB SUMMARY: Plans and supervises the work of assigned Social Service Workers; works under supervision; performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises, instructs and orientates Social Service Workers (SSW) in casework techniques and procedures;
• Advises SSW's on the investigation and analysis of more difficult cases;
• Reviews and evaluates casework studies by reviewing reports of subordinates, by holding conferences and observing results of cases investigated and recommendations developed;
• Assists and coordinates data for grant reporting submissions;
• Approves recommendations of caseworkers before submitting reports to supervisor;
• Coordinates activities of SSW's with activities of other social agencies;
• Keeps abreast of professional development in the field;
• Ensure all program activities adhere to applicable laws which apply to the specific department assigned;
• Maintain professional relationships with various community agencies which apply to the specific department assigned;
• Prepares periodic and special reports of cases investigated;
• May be required to maintain a caseload on the specific department assigned.