Permanency Supervisor

COBYS Family Services Seeks Permanency Supervisor

Department: Permanency                 

Reports to: Program Director

Job Summary: The Permanency Supervisor manages COBYS Permanency Unit. Responsibilities

include program development, staff supervision, budget oversight, and ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise staff according to current organizational chart

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing, direct supervision of permanency unit staff according to COBYS

organizational chart

• Establish program goals and monitor outcomes

• Assist in determining the departmental budget and monitor program expenses

• Facilitate and participate in required meetings and training as per COBYS and LCCYSSA

policy

• Attend court hearings as needed; cover appointments when permanency staff are

unavailable

• Review and approve caseworker reports including court petitions, child permanency plans, and business testimony

• Ensure program-related policies and documents are up to date and in compliance with

regulations

• Respond to emergency situations and assist in supporting caseworkers

• Assist in hiring and training new staff

• Other duties as assigned by management

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Commitment to enhancing COBYS mission and core values within the department

• Skills in teambuilding; commitment to personal development as a team leader

• Flexibility to tailor supervision based on individual strengths and growth areas

• Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and respond to stressful situations in a

constructive and supportive manner

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; editing skills

• Ability to establish professional relationships and work cooperatively to enhance team functioning

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social services required; master’s degree preferred

• Minimum four years’ work experience in human services required; child welfare experience preferred

• Must pass State Police, Childline, and FBI clearances and pre-employment medical appraisal

• Must possess a valid driver’s license, car insurance, and vehicle registration

Please visit https://cobys.org/employment/ for more information about COBYS Family Services. 

EOE. Salary based on experience.