Child Welfare Permanency Supervisor

Child Welfare Permanency Supervisor

This position for the Adoption unit oversees Child Welfare Permanency Workers who are responsible for case management of WV foster children with a permanency goal of adoption and for the finalization of those adoptions. The supervisor must ensure all BSS, state, and federal policies are followed while ensuring the best interest of the children transferring from DoHS legal control and responsibility to that of their forever family.

• Oversight of case management activities of adoption staff during and after work hours to ensure appropriate visitation, service provision, MDT and court appearances, and documentation for BSS and the court system, including completion of thorough adoption packets for legal counsel hired by the adoptive family.
• Make assignments, monitor timelines, review and approve documentation, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure transfer of finalized cases to the state office.
• Completion, approval, and/or submission of administrative tasks, including leave requests, attendance reports (Kronos), overtime requests, travel reimbursement requests, employee performance evaluations, employee discipline, and performance improvement plans.
• Review CPS cases and conduct case transfer staffing for cases coming to the adoption unit, develop transfer plans, and educate district supervisors on the requirements necessary for transfer.
• Provision of support, guidance, and case consultation for adoption staff through monthly unit meetings, individual conferences for reflective supervision, encouraging staff morale, coaching, and engaging in staff development to ensure a productive and satisfied work unit.
• Monitor existing reports, create and manage hand counts for worker caseloads and adoption statuses, and provide such reports to upper management.
• Travel for provision of supervision and participation in meetings, court, MDTs, etc. that could be in any county of the state.
• Attendance and participation in various agency and community meetings and/or trainings for program improvement and policy development.

• Valid WV driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Detailed case record keeping and extensive documentation ability.
• Background check required.
• Overtime hours and frequent travel may be required.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in adult or children’s services in a public or private health and human services agency.
• Valid driver’s license; accessibility to a phone.
• Internal Applicants Only:
  One (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience as a Child Welfare Permanency Worker may substitute for the required education and experience.

Additional education and experience may be substituted based on a year-for-year basis or as determined by the Office of Shared Administration Equivalency Chart.

The Bureau for Social Services champions the security, permanence, and welfare of children and vulnerable adults, empowering individuals and strengthening families. Formerly the Bureau for Children and Families, the Bureau for Social Services operates under the West Virginia Department of Human Services, serving children, adolescents, and vulnerable adults facing abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. Equipped with extensive training to handle delicate situations with compassion and dignity, these workers contribute to the advancement of a vibrant and healthy West Virginia by facilitating access to crucial healthcare, essential social services and benefits, and fostering safe, supportive, and healthy environments.

Through this hard work, at risk populations can begin to thrive within the community.

Position Number(s): 0511P06724

Counties of work:
Statewide