Florida Department of Children and Families
SENIOR HUMAN SERVIC COUNSELOR SUPV - SES - 60005161
Florida Department of Children and Families, Chattahoochee, Florida, United States, 32324
SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR SUPERVISOR – SES – 60005161
Requisition No: 867683 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR SUPERVISOR – SES – 60005161 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 60005161 Salary: $46,200.18 to $50,820.12 Annually Posting Closing Date: 01/13/2026 Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)
– State of Florida’s social services agency overseeing child safety, foster care, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare, human trafficking, phones and public assistance. DCF’s mission is to protect vulnerable populations and promote self‑sufficient families. Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program
– State authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is responsible for planning, evaluating, and implementing a statewide system of care for preventing, treating, and recovering individuals with serious mental illnesses or substance‑use disorders. Florida State Hospital (FSH)
– A mental‑health treatment facility owned and operated by the State of Florida, part of DCF, which is a tobacco‑free facility. Response to qualifying questions is required and must be verifiable through your submitted application. This supervisor position requires independent judgment, proactive responsibility execution, and exceptional attention to detail. Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise Human Services Counselors and motivate employees to improve service quality and quantity. Provide individualized clinical supervision, evaluate subordinates, and conduct performance reviews. Assist in screening Human Services Counselor applicants and provide on‑unit training for new counselors. Disseminate policy, procedure, and training information to staff. Ensure social work documentation meets required standards through random quarterly audits. Distribute caseloads, monitor workflow, deadlines, and time utilization. Provide social work coverage to criminal and civil units, carry a caseload if necessary. Consult with community organizations and agencies to meet resident needs. Serve on the External Screening committee. Participate in unit and dorm activities, meetings, policy, and procedure review. Develop and implement staff development and training programs for social services staff. Assist in developing policies and ensuring implementation. Ensure accurate and timely completion of all documentation. Provide unit coverage during absences. Assist in recruiting social work interns and standardizing communication. Coordinate counseling guidance and discharge planning for individuals with acute or chronic mental disabilities, including identification of alternative living environments and financial benefits. Maintain effective, professional therapeutic relationships with employees and residents, appreciating cultural diversity. Create and revise assessments to identify psychosocial stressors affecting mental health; complete necessary social services assessments. Represent the unit and department at legal hearings if applicable; keep discharge lists updated and report to the Residential Services Director. Attend in‑service training, review policies, and participate in scheduled meetings. Perform other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Theories and practices in counseling, social work, or rehabilitation. Professional ethics related to counseling. Interviewing techniques. Effective supervision of others. Counseling and guidance skills. Work prioritization, assignment, and completion. Active listening. Establishment and maintenance of effective working relationships. Effective communication skills. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of professional experience. Master’s Degree and 2 years of professional experience. Candidate Profile Requirements
Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all employment periods. Explain employment gaps to prevent hiring delays. Provide verifiable responses to pre‑qualifying questions and work history. Do not use “See Resume” in place of required application content. Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Competitive compensation and benefits package. For a comprehensive list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. DCF Employment Disclosures
US Citizen Requirement
– Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired. Selective Service System Registration
– All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Service System (SSS); verification occurs prior to hire. Retiree Notice
– Retirees of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) must check with FRS to understand impact of re‑employment on current benefits. Background Screening
– All applicants must complete a State and National criminal history check before employment. Background screening includes fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records. Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities must be requested in advance. Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace; employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing.
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Requisition No: 867683 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR SUPERVISOR – SES – 60005161 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 60005161 Salary: $46,200.18 to $50,820.12 Annually Posting Closing Date: 01/13/2026 Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)
– State of Florida’s social services agency overseeing child safety, foster care, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare, human trafficking, phones and public assistance. DCF’s mission is to protect vulnerable populations and promote self‑sufficient families. Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program
– State authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is responsible for planning, evaluating, and implementing a statewide system of care for preventing, treating, and recovering individuals with serious mental illnesses or substance‑use disorders. Florida State Hospital (FSH)
– A mental‑health treatment facility owned and operated by the State of Florida, part of DCF, which is a tobacco‑free facility. Response to qualifying questions is required and must be verifiable through your submitted application. This supervisor position requires independent judgment, proactive responsibility execution, and exceptional attention to detail. Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise Human Services Counselors and motivate employees to improve service quality and quantity. Provide individualized clinical supervision, evaluate subordinates, and conduct performance reviews. Assist in screening Human Services Counselor applicants and provide on‑unit training for new counselors. Disseminate policy, procedure, and training information to staff. Ensure social work documentation meets required standards through random quarterly audits. Distribute caseloads, monitor workflow, deadlines, and time utilization. Provide social work coverage to criminal and civil units, carry a caseload if necessary. Consult with community organizations and agencies to meet resident needs. Serve on the External Screening committee. Participate in unit and dorm activities, meetings, policy, and procedure review. Develop and implement staff development and training programs for social services staff. Assist in developing policies and ensuring implementation. Ensure accurate and timely completion of all documentation. Provide unit coverage during absences. Assist in recruiting social work interns and standardizing communication. Coordinate counseling guidance and discharge planning for individuals with acute or chronic mental disabilities, including identification of alternative living environments and financial benefits. Maintain effective, professional therapeutic relationships with employees and residents, appreciating cultural diversity. Create and revise assessments to identify psychosocial stressors affecting mental health; complete necessary social services assessments. Represent the unit and department at legal hearings if applicable; keep discharge lists updated and report to the Residential Services Director. Attend in‑service training, review policies, and participate in scheduled meetings. Perform other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Theories and practices in counseling, social work, or rehabilitation. Professional ethics related to counseling. Interviewing techniques. Effective supervision of others. Counseling and guidance skills. Work prioritization, assignment, and completion. Active listening. Establishment and maintenance of effective working relationships. Effective communication skills. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of professional experience. Master’s Degree and 2 years of professional experience. Candidate Profile Requirements
Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all employment periods. Explain employment gaps to prevent hiring delays. Provide verifiable responses to pre‑qualifying questions and work history. Do not use “See Resume” in place of required application content. Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Competitive compensation and benefits package. For a comprehensive list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. DCF Employment Disclosures
US Citizen Requirement
– Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired. Selective Service System Registration
– All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Service System (SSS); verification occurs prior to hire. Retiree Notice
– Retirees of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) must check with FRS to understand impact of re‑employment on current benefits. Background Screening
– All applicants must complete a State and National criminal history check before employment. Background screening includes fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records. Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities must be requested in advance. Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace; employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing.
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