POSITION OVERVIEW

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the shelter’s children’s services, including infant care, after-school programming, and support groups.
• Responsible for the supervision of the children’s services staff, including Child Care Workers, Recreation Specialists, and Interns.
• Design and implement appropriate curriculum for childcare and recreation programs to ensure that education and supportive services are provided in a structured environment.
• Oversee children’s assessments for early education, mental health counseling, medical services, and homework assistance.
• Attend case conferences to provide input regarding children’s functioning and adjustment to shelter.
• Provide support to parents in line with best practices in child development.
• Develop recreational activities for the childcare and recreation programs, including on-site therapeutic arts and crafts, and field trips to parks, museums, zoos and other educational experiences.
• Develop a network of appropriate resources, including community based organizations and social services providers.
• Coordinate with external supportive services, including the Department of Education and early education programs.
• Manage the ordering and inventory of supplies, equipment and other materials for the childcare and recreation programs.
• Monitor resident records for compliance and best practices, including regular review of progress notes and service plans.
• Coordinate staff training, and other opportunities for the professional development of staff.
• Assist with reports and program evaluation.
• Address client complaints and conduct investigations.
• Increase the awareness of the organization’s DV services by engaging in activities such as, but not limited to, presenting at conferences and/or other speaking engagements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Social Work Supervisor and Program Director.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Bachelor’s Degree in Childhood Development, Social Services, Human Services or related field.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

•  Five (5) years of experience working with children.
• Three (3) years of experience supervising staff.
• Experience working with domestic violence victims.
• Must be knowledgeable of, and sensitive to, concerns of child development, domestic violence and child abuse.
• Must be computer-literate and must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.
• Excellent written and verbal skills required.

Pay Rate: $26.37/hr - $30.21/hr

All new hires, interns and volunteers must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date unless they have requested a reasonable accommodation for medical, disability or religious reasons from URI’s People & Culture, peopleandculture@urinyc.org.