State of South Carolina · 5 hours ago
County Director BAMBERG/BARNWELL (Program Coordinator II) - 61069891 INTERNAL
Barnwell County, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelThe State of South Carolina is seeking a dedicated candidate for the role of Program Coordinator II within the Department of Children's Advocacy. This position is responsible for managing a county office, supervising staff and volunteers, and ensuring the delivery of child advocacy services in accordance with state guidelines.
Government
Responsibilities
Supervises staff to include preparing performance planning and evaluation documents and related personnel paperwork. Coaches, counsels and trains employees. Establishes and monitors work processes. Implements management policies and initiatives and promotes teamwork
The PCII will oversee the operations of their county office to ensure adherence to state and local statutes as well as program policies and procedures. This includes case management, investigations, attendance at court, FCRB hearings, Child and Family Team Meetings, and other case-related meetings, and documentation according to National CASA standards. Serve as a liaison between volunteers, DSS, and stakeholders as needed
Coordinate training for GAL volunteers according to program guidelines. GAL volunteers will receive 12 hours of continuing education yearly
Ensure that office processes are followed related to case assignments, data entry and timely documentation per GAL/DCA standards. Cases will be audited per GAL standards. Ensure staff maintain confidentiality related to HIPAA guidelines
Perform direct child advocacy as the court appointed Guardian ad Litem when there is an inadequate pool of volunteers to serve in this capacity
Completes other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience
A High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered with an approved equivalence by the Division of State Human Resources (DSHR)
Must have valid driver's license
Must possess strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work under limited supervision and exercise discretion concerning confidential information
Ability to follow directions and leadership of Regional Staff and State Office Staff
Responsible for following the South Carolina statutes applicable to the Guardian ad Litem Program and the best practices established for the SCGAL Program
Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the area of employment
Ability to exercise judgment and exercise discretion concerning confidential information
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with partner agencies
Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize scheduling required
Position may require overnight travel
Position may require employee to work evenings and weekends
Position requires routine driver duties
Position requires frequent lifting: 25 lbs
Position requires non-essential declaration
Position may be required to report to work during emergency situations
Requires regular attendance at statewide staff meetings, requires evening training, requires occasional travel
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Retirement benefit choices
State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
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