What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human services director position at Portage County?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Provides Leadership in Planning, Developing,
Coordinating, and Evaluating the Service Delivery System for the
Division Monitors programs and services for efficiency and
comprehensiveness. Analyzes current and projects future needs. Designs
and recommends program and staffing modifications to meet current
anticipated needs. Facilitates/coordinates with other community
professionals and/or organizations to be aware of, and resolve, any gaps
in services. Assumes primary responsibility for developing division
goals and objectives. Assumes primary responsibility for designing and
implementing methods of collection appropriate statistical information.
Assumes primary responsibility to evaluate division programs for
effectiveness. Advises Health and Human Services Board on policy matters
pertaining to division issues. Participates on the Elder Abuse I Team.
Participates on the Suicide Prevention Task Force. Monitors the crisis
facility and Mobile Crisis Unit. Is available 24/7 for assistance with
critical incidents. Directly Supervises Portage House Supervisor,
Special Needs Programs Supervisor, Mental Health Clinic Staff, Adult
Protective Services, CSP Staff, Crisis Intervention, OWI Assessor, and
Jail Social Worker. Recommends hiring and termination, supervises, and
evaluates all personnel within the division either directly or by
delegation. Ensures new staff are trained. Organizes regular conferences
and staff training. Promotes staff development through individual
guidance, in service programs, and ensure appropriate attendance at
other training events. Administers personnel policies as necessary.
Coordinates all division reorganizations to maximize program
effectiveness as well as staff efficiencies. Assumes Oversight for the
CCS/CRS Programs. Consult with CCS and CRS staff on CCS/CRS issues.
Attend CCS Management meetings and participate in CCS coordinating
committee. Assumes Responsibility for Division Budget. In conjunction
with section supervisors, develops division budget. Monitors all
expenditures and revenues throughout the year. Recommends priorities for
funding for the division. Pursues additional revenue and develops
grants. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in
program planning, administration, budgeting, and staff management
Preferred. Experience With Crisis Intervention And Elderly Services
including guardianship issues preferred. Experience in the mental health
And AODA Fields Preferred.Experience Working With Adult Correctional
clients preferred. License/Certification in social work preferred. One
Year Computer Experience Required. Any Combination Of Education And
experience that provides the equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities
required to perform the essential functions of the position. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County Human
Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 Apply Online:
www.co.portage.wi.gov Other: You may also call 715-346-1327 to have an
application mailed to you.
Coordinating, and Evaluating the Service Delivery System for the
Division Monitors programs and services for efficiency and
comprehensiveness. Analyzes current and projects future needs. Designs
and recommends program and staffing modifications to meet current
anticipated needs. Facilitates/coordinates with other community
professionals and/or organizations to be aware of, and resolve, any gaps
in services. Assumes primary responsibility for developing division
goals and objectives. Assumes primary responsibility for designing and
implementing methods of collection appropriate statistical information.
Assumes primary responsibility to evaluate division programs for
effectiveness. Advises Health and Human Services Board on policy matters
pertaining to division issues. Participates on the Elder Abuse I Team.
Participates on the Suicide Prevention Task Force. Monitors the crisis
facility and Mobile Crisis Unit. Is available 24/7 for assistance with
critical incidents. Directly Supervises Portage House Supervisor,
Special Needs Programs Supervisor, Mental Health Clinic Staff, Adult
Protective Services, CSP Staff, Crisis Intervention, OWI Assessor, and
Jail Social Worker. Recommends hiring and termination, supervises, and
evaluates all personnel within the division either directly or by
delegation. Ensures new staff are trained. Organizes regular conferences
and staff training. Promotes staff development through individual
guidance, in service programs, and ensure appropriate attendance at
other training events. Administers personnel policies as necessary.
Coordinates all division reorganizations to maximize program
effectiveness as well as staff efficiencies. Assumes Oversight for the
CCS/CRS Programs. Consult with CCS and CRS staff on CCS/CRS issues.
Attend CCS Management meetings and participate in CCS coordinating
committee. Assumes Responsibility for Division Budget. In conjunction
with section supervisors, develops division budget. Monitors all
expenditures and revenues throughout the year. Recommends priorities for
funding for the division. Pursues additional revenue and develops
grants. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in
program planning, administration, budgeting, and staff management
Preferred. Experience With Crisis Intervention And Elderly Services
including guardianship issues preferred. Experience in the mental health
And AODA Fields Preferred.Experience Working With Adult Correctional
clients preferred. License/Certification in social work preferred. One
Year Computer Experience Required. Any Combination Of Education And
experience that provides the equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities
required to perform the essential functions of the position. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County Human
Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 Apply Online:
www.co.portage.wi.gov Other: You may also call 715-346-1327 to have an
application mailed to you.