Social Services Manager Jobs

A Social Services Manager plays a crucial role by overseeing and coordinating the provision of social services to the public. Main responsibilities may include managing a team of social workers, developing programs and services, setting and implementing policies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. They also evaluate the effectiveness of services provided and make necessary adjustments. They are responsible for budgeting, grant writing, and fundraising to secure resources for the programs they offer. Additionally, they interact with other professionals, such as healthcare workers, to ensure that the people they serve receive a comprehensive array of services.

Prospective Social Services Managers should have a strong foundation in social work or a related field. They need excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. They also need to be compassionate, empathetic, and patient to effectively work with a diverse range of people, including those facing challenging life circumstances. A Master's degree in Social Work or a related field is often required for this role. Certifications, such as the Certified Social Work Case Manager (C-SWCM) or the Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWCM), can also be beneficial. Prior roles that can lead to becoming a Social Services Manager may include a Social Worker, Case Manager, or a Clinical Social Worker.

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Concern for Independent Living

Program Director - SIGN ON BONUS

Title Program Director - SIGN ON BONUS About the Organization: Concern Housing is a non-profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and...

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services

PERMANENCY TEAM SUPERVISOR - Opt 6

Posting Group: Social Services This position DOES contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs)....

Concern for Independent Living

Program Supervisor

Title Program Supervisor About the Organization: Concern Housing is a non-profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and enhanced...

LA Family Housing

Clinical Services Manager

The role requires skills in data entry, reporting, and working with social service agencies and community resources....

Director of Behavioral Health

  • Junction, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Junction, TX
  • 6 days ago

About Us: Do you cherish the small-town feeling, friendly faces, and working with senior adults? At Signet Health, we are excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated professional to...

Nurse Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 6 days ago

About Us: Are you an experienced RN looking to make a significant impact in the field of behavioral health? Do you have a passion for inpatient behavioral health management? Leitchfield, KY,...

Executive Director / Nurse Leader Behavioral Health Services

  • Clinton, MD
  • 6 days ago
  • Clinton, MD
  • 6 days ago

About Us: Signet Health, a national leader in behavioral health management, is actively recruiting for a Registered Nurse to fill a permanent, full-time Executive Director/RN position. This...

Concern for Independent Living

Program Director

Duties and Responsibilities: • Oversight of day-to-day operations and staff scheduling of SP/ SRO building, including supervision of all program social service staff....

LA Family Housing

Housing Stabilization Manager (PSH)

service or non-profit management experience and ability to work independently Extensive knowledge of issues and resources related to homelessness (medically fragile adults, substance use, mental health...

New Behavior Transitions

ABA Clinical Supervisor

Must hold or be currently enrolled in a Master's Degree Program As a Clinical Supervisor you will be responsible for Observation, behavioral skills training, and delivery of performance feedback...

Program Manager

  • Tampa, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 12 days ago

Possess a master's degree from an accredited institution in Human Services and four thousand (4,000) hours of experience in the substance abuse field or a bachelor’s degree and ten thousand (10,000)...

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services

Permanency Team Supervisor

Posting Group: Social Services This position DOES contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs)....

FamilyAid

Manager of Volunteer Services (Hybrid)

FamilyAid is one of America's leading providers of solutions to family homelessness. Our mission is to empower parents and caregivers facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build...

Remote Work
Raritan Bay Area YMCA

Clinical Supervisor

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families? Do you want to be part of changing lives? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The Raritan...

RN Hospice Manager of Clinical Services

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a RN Hospice Manager of Clinical Services you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA...

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Salary for Social Services Manager Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSocialServices research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Social Services Managers offer the following education background
Master's Degree
49.5%
Bachelor's Degree
34.5%
Doctorate Degree
5.4%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.2%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Social Services Managers
4-6 years
26.1%
2-4 years
18.4%
6-8 years
18.0%
1-2 years
17.4%
Less than 1 year
12.3%
8-10 years
5.9%
10+ years
1.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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