Social Services Program Supervisor 2026-02253

Social Services Program Supervisor 2026-02253

Salary

$6,612.67 - $7,347.60 Monthly

Location

Torrington, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02253

Department

Department Of Family Services

Division

Social Services Division

Opening Date

09/16/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

SOSP10

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Social Work Supervisors provide direct supervision to social workers as they support families in taking greater responsibility for raising their children and assist communities in supporting those families. Additionally, Social Work Supervisors oversee social workers in their efforts to ensure the safety, well-being, and permanency of children and vulnerable adults.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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Torrington is a city located in southeastern Wyoming along the North Platte River, near the Nebraska border, and serves as the county seat of Goshen County. Torrington is the home of

Eastern Wyoming College and its local economy is anchored by agriculture, industrial development and regional commerce. Notable local points of interest include the Goshen

County Homesteaders Museum, the nearby Fort Laramie National Historical Site and Table Mountain Vineyards.

Human Resource Contact: Judie Petersen at judie.petersen3@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Responsible for all aspects of case management.
• Develops and interprets unit policies, procedures, and operations.
• Reviews and revises operational standards for the social services work unit to coincide with best practices, State and Federal requirements, and DFS policy.
• Assures investigations, case management, and public service duties within DFS rules and regulations and State and Federal mandates.
• Provides community education regarding child abuse and neglect, adult protection, DFS procedures, child welfare practice, and other related topics.
• Enhances Department and community relationships by outreach and collaboration with community partners.
• Networks with community partners to identify gaps and develop needed services.
• Assesses training needs and develops and provides training to staff and families.
• Assures social services workers use best practices and are current on changes to laws, rules, policies, and trends.
• Interviews and makes discipline, hire, and fire decisions.
• Conducts performance appraisals.
• Identifies and collects necessary evaluative data and statistical information to measure outcomes concerning the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and families.
• Monitors and approves expenses to stay within assigned budgets.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to applicants who have a Bachelors Degree or higher in social work, counseling, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, or administration of justice, plus at least four (4) years of professional work experience in social work, juvenile probation, counseling and/or correctional rehabilitation.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of agency, department, and statewide rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and Wyoming Statutes.
• Knowledge and skill in management and supervisory techniques.
• Knowledge of needs assessment.
• Knowledge of community resources and services.
• Skills in interviewing, facilitation, mediation, and de-escalation.
• Knowledge of child development as well as separation, attachment, and bonding of children and families.
• Knowledge of the legal system.
• Knowledge of Department of Family Services institutions and field services operations, including understanding program goals and objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Social Work)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Social Services Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Social Services Program Analyst

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Social Services Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Social Services Program Analyst

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.

Supplemental Information

049-Department of Family Services

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URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Human Resource Contact: Judie Petersen at judie.petersen3@wyo.gov

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

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01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(SOSP10) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have a Bachelors Degree or higher in social work, counseling, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, or administration of justice?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have at least four (4) years of professional work experience in social work, juvenile probation, counseling, and/or correctional rehabilitation?

• Yes
• No

07

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

08

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

09

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

10

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans Preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. * I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans Preference

11

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

12

(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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