[Closed Posting] (Interim) Director of Health and Human Services

Sun Mar 07, 2021 5:49 pm

LOS SANTOS CITY GOVERNMENT
OFFICE OF THE CITY OPERATIONS OFFICER
CARCER WAY 1, ROCKFORD HILLS, LOS SANTOS, SA

(Interim) Director of Health and Human Services

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

- AS PREPARED FOR PUBLICATION -
Los Santos, SA ~ Monday, January 2nd 2023.

Status of Recruitment: Open â€” Number of Positions: 1 â€” Duration of Position: Continuous â€” Classification: Paygrade XII: $4,750.00

ABOUT THE JOB POSITION

As the (Interim) Director of Health and Human Services you supervise the Department of Health and Human Services as well as its sub-divisions. You are responsible for setting policy, planning, directing, standardizing, integrating and evaluating the delivery of all related health and social services across the City of Los Santos. You oversee categorical Division Heads (Outreach Managers, Social Administrators, public sector Healthcare Administrators) to ensure accountable, quality programs that are fiscally sound. In addition you ensure services are provided in a manner consistent with quality care and applicable laws, rules and regulations and coordinated across departments while guaranteeing consistency with procedures (e.g., administrative, fiscal, budget and human resources) within the department. Furthermore you are responsible for the alingment of all strategic plans, and that all plans reflect system coordination, integration, current laws, regulations and the changing needs of our communities.

INITIATIVE PLANNING

As the leader of the Department of Health and Human Services you review and establish policies as well as procedures for carrying out the department's goals and objectives, and initiate changes in methods and procedures to improve service delivery; recommend and implement policies and procedures. You are tasked with directing the development, preparation, and implementation of city-wide health and social programs in order to increase the quality of medical services and the quality of life for the citizens of Los Santos.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP

Oversee the Department of Health and Human Services and organize human services administrative and other functions as appropriate to maximize resources. Select, train, motivate and evaluate assigned personnel within the Department and provide or coordinate staff training. Work with your employees to correct deficiencies.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

Everyone has the right to health and social services - such services aim to empower the cities' most vulnerable & their communities. Under the conditions and requirements set forth by law, the Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for carrying out this duty, as well as ensuring that every indigent person achieves self-reliance and a sense of human dignity.

The Department also strives to deliver a maximal level of well-being and social support by providing numerous welfare programs and benefits to the general public, such as affordable housing, drug rehabilitation, food assistance, and employment initiatives.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

1. The applicant must have attained the age of twenty-one (21) years.

2. The applicant must have a legal address in the State of San Andreas.

3. The applicant may not have been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

1. Your master's degree must include or be supplemented by any of the following fields: political sciences, social work, or communication. An equivalent level gained through work experience or other education may be considered, such as a doctorate in medicine (MD).

2. A valid San Andreas driver's license, or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when required to attend job-related functions.

3. At least six (6) years of job experience in Social Work, Outreach Management, General Care, Medical Professions or similar fields of work.

4. Minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory or executive leadership position.

KEY SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. A high level of literacy is required together with the ability to frame correspondence in a user-friendly but legally correct style and to prepare file notes for presentation to the administration.

2. Excellent organizational and time management skills together with the ability to prioritize and manage significant workload under pressure without direct supervision.

3. The ability to maintain a calm and professional approach when faced with very challenging and sometimes high profile clients is essential.

4. Demonstrated strength in leadership and social skills.

5. The applicant must deal with issues and solve problems, which will be possible through in-depth knowledge of procedures and relevant laws.

6. Strong social awareness of local scene as well as knowledge about the local communities in the districts of Los Santos is desired.

METHOD OF SELECTION

STEP I. JOB CANDIDACY â€” The first stage of the selection process consists of a formal notice of intent by the job candidate to compete for the position. Such notice of intent shall be in writing and submitted to the Office of City Operations Officer, along with a full resume, a cover letter, and any referrals that can be considered relevant to the selection process.

STEP II. BACKGROUND CHECK â€” Upon submitting your application, the Office of the City Operations Officer will verify whether the information contained within is truthful. By applying, you agree that your personal information which includes your full name, legal address, driving license, and criminal record will be subject to review by the City.

STEP III. JOB INTERVIEW â€” You will be invited to a formal interview with key officials of the administration. The interview will primarily focus on your previous job experience and knowledge. It will also include theoretical questions in relation to the job profile. Before attending the interview, it is highly recommended to study the job vacancy thoroughly as it is considered to be a good preparation for the interview.

STEP IV. PRACTICAL ASSIGNMENT â€” After successfully advancing through the interview stage you shall be faced with a practical assignment in relation to the offered position. The assignment shall be aiming at your motivation and vision for shaping the position in the future as well as a written task.

STEP V. EXAMINATION â€”The recruitment process is concluded with one last interview conducted by two or more of the City's leadership. Its goal is to determine the candidate's soft skills, work attitude, and leadership qualities that he or she will demonstrate in the performance of their duties as a city official.

The City of Los Santos is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, and sexual orientation.