JR2024-00007573 Certified Master Social Worker Supervisor (Open)
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Job Description:
Do you have a passion for making a lasting impact on the lives of youth? Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a social worker? Look no further - DHHS, Division of Children and Family Services is looking for a CMSW Supervisor to join their clinical team within the CFS Prevention Unit. Under general direction, this position directs the Certified Master Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Practitioner, and DHHS Program Specialist RN in a non-institutional setting to support youth and families.
The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, "Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter.
We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.
You have the passion, we have the opportunities - let's make a difference for Nebraskans!
As a CMSW Supervisor you will:
Coordinate and ensure implementation of the clinical team care coordination activities in carrying out Program functions.
Supervision is exercised over core personnel from various disciplines assigned to the Clinical Program area, i.e., licensed clinical social worker, and LMHP.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Administrator or Deputy Director
Establishes and maintains program operational procedures, including coordinating the completion of behavioral health assessments, development of care plans and care coordination meetings as applicable, coordinating the assignment of patients to program team members, coordinating program functions with supportive activities in other units, and directing the day-to-day program activities.
Maintains communication lines between the clinical team and other Divisional programs and external providers to ensure continuity of care for patients.
Coordinates the discharge process of patients in the program, as applicable.
Assures best practices are maintained for patients involved in the program by assigning work to program staff.
Reviews and approves clinical care coordination plans.
Coordinate care and planning with the MCO's and registered clinical crisis providers.
Supervises personnel from various disciplines in carrying out the Program functions.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Social Work and three years Master Social Worker experience, including supervisory experience.
Legal Requirements: Certification as a Master Social Worker by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is required in accordance with Neb. Rev. Stat. ยง 38-2128.
Hiring rate: Starting pay rate $32.634/hour, increase to $33.983/hour after successful completion of original probation.
Knowledge of: behavioral health therapeutic interventions; available community resources; behavior modification; psychiatric, social, vocational rehabilitation training, policy development; supervisory methods and practices; program evaluation procedures. Preferred knowledge of crisis intervention.
Skill in: interpersonal communications; various therapeutic approaches; treatment planning and implementation; formulating assessments; planning/organization; problem-solving; supervision and delegation; program development and program, evaluation, and administration; leadership and training.
Ability to: communicate effectively; prioritize work activities; generate and disseminate information. Develop therapeutic relationships; effectively interact with a variety of patients, peers, and professionals; coordinate discharge planning as applicable; enforce policies and procedures; manage and direct programs.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
