Supervisor of Social Worker

Freedom House—Supervisor of Social Worker

Organization Type: Non-Profit, Faith Based

Direct Report: House Director

Hours & Pay: Part-Time (1-2 hours a month), $15/hour

Travel Requirements: Moderate

Education:

-Possess a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the area of social work & 1 year of supervised experience OR

-Possess a master’s degree in psychology or counseling with 2 years of experience (with 1 year being supervised). Experience needs to be in the area of child welfare services.

Age: 21 years of age or older

Summary of Job Responsibilities: Overseeing the Social Worker(s) at the Freedom House

Job Duties

The duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:

Maintaining Program Structure:

In-person supervision to the social worker at the facility, 1 hour a month per social worker
Be available for consultation when there is an emergency
Attend staff meetings when possible

Develop and Model Healthy Living for Participants:

Maintain an active, growing relationship with the Lord
Develop intentional connections with the participants
Cultivate an atmosphere of mutual respect through words and behaviors
Lead by example in modeling a healthy lifestyle in the body, soul, and spirit
Provide direction and encouragement to program participants
Practice and teach healthy boundaries to program participants
Navigate interpersonal conflict by speaking truth in love
Provide support and crisis help as is necessary
Assist with providing healthy activities and community for participants

Additional Qualifications:

Never have been shown by credible evidence (e.g., a court or jury, a department investigation, or other reliable evidence) to have abused, neglected, sexually exploited, or deprived a child or adult or to have subjected any person to serious injury as a result of intentional or grossly serious injury as a result of intentional or grossly negligent misconduct as evidenced by an oral or written statement to this effect obtained at the time of application and evidence of having made efforts to obtain and evaluate references from previous employers. We will offer them the change to complete/submit Form 470-2310.
Documentation of at least two professional, educational or personal references that attest to the person’s capability of performing the duties of the position and to the person’s suitability of working with or around children
If a master’s level candidate, willing to pursue or maintain professional licensure by the state of Iowa
Satisfactory preliminary criminal history background check determination and a satisfactory fingerprint records check determination
Participate in all required trainings and show competency in skill areas of training content
Must be 21 years of age or older
Participate in all required trainings and show competency in skill areas of training content
Must pass Motor Vehicle Record check

Skills:

Understand and demonstrate a willingness to engage in the core values of Freedom House (mission & vision) and guiding principles for the program
Represent Freedom House in a positive way at social activities and events
Agrees with Freedom House’s statement of faith
Abide by organization policies and procedures
Possess crisis management skills
Well-organized and adept at performing multiple tasks
Possess a high comfort level with leading groups
Display strength-based tendencies
Effectively communicate with others