What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor Enhanced Family Foster Care - Staten Island, NY position at Seamen's Society for Children and Families?
Description
About Us
For over 175 years, Seamen’s Society has been dedicated to helping children survive, thrive, and succeed. Our programs provide critical support to vulnerable children and families, and we are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to join us in making a difference.
If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your work truly matters, we invite you to be part of our mission. With opportunities in Brooklyn and Staten Island, we offer competitive salaries, career growth potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Seamen’s Society for Children and Families is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Take the next step in your career and help create brighter futures for children and families, apply today!
Job Summary
The Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the day-to-day functions of the Enhanced Family Foster Care case planning unit. Responsible for providing social work guidance, coordination, supervision to a Parent Advocate and a team of Case Planners. Works from a team-oriented approach and structure to ensure the delivery of high-quality and responsive services to all families within their unit.
Duties And Responsibilities
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
Benefits
At Seamen’s Society for Children and Families, we value our team members and are committed to providing a supportive, rewarding, and growth-oriented work environment. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
Extensive Training & Career Development – Gain hands-on experience with comprehensive training programs to enhance your skills and career growth.
Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays – Maintain a healthy work-life balance with our comprehensive PTO package, including: 13 paid holidays throughout the year, Half-day Summer Fridays to make the most of the season, Ample vacation, personal, and sick time so you can recharge and focus on what matters most. Your well-being is a priority for us. Take time to rest and recharge.
Robust Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance – Stay covered with our significantly subsidized plans designed to fit your needs.
Company paid Life Insurance & Financial Security – We offer life insurance, a generous 403(b) retirement plan (with agency contribution), and a tax-deferred annuity to secure your future.
Commuter Benefit Program & Flexible Spending Accounts – Save money on daily expenses with our commuter benefits and FSA options.
Exclusive Perks & Discounts – As part of our team, you'll gain access to Plum Benefits, the leading Corporate Entertainment Benefits provider. Enjoy exclusive discounts, special offers, and preferred seating for top attractions, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, hotels, and more.
Employee Assistance Program – Receive confidential support services for mental health, financial advice, and personal well-being.
Internship & Referral Programs – Help build the future by mentoring interns or referring great candidates and earning incentives.
Additional Information
Seamen’s Society is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression (sexual orientation, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Salary Description
$72,000
About Us
For over 175 years, Seamen’s Society has been dedicated to helping children survive, thrive, and succeed. Our programs provide critical support to vulnerable children and families, and we are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to join us in making a difference.
If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your work truly matters, we invite you to be part of our mission. With opportunities in Brooklyn and Staten Island, we offer competitive salaries, career growth potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Seamen’s Society for Children and Families is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Take the next step in your career and help create brighter futures for children and families, apply today!
Job Summary
The Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the day-to-day functions of the Enhanced Family Foster Care case planning unit. Responsible for providing social work guidance, coordination, supervision to a Parent Advocate and a team of Case Planners. Works from a team-oriented approach and structure to ensure the delivery of high-quality and responsive services to all families within their unit.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Provides weekly supervision to a core team of 4 Case Planners and 1 Parent Advocate
- Facilitates the goal-oriented Family Case Plan ensuring input from all members of the family as well as assigned staff
- Actively collaborates with supporting departments to ensure the delivery of service matches the immediate needs of the family
- Manages staff work hours and schedules, including ensuring PTO and remote work coverage
- Actively reviews family permanency plans with a lens toward safe and timely reunifications
- Directly intervenes on any high-risk cases or concerns
- Provides case coverage in the absence of staff
- Actively participates in monthly QA/QI meetings, Safety Reviews, Permanency Reviews, and other relevant case planning focused meetings
- Ensures the timely entry and quality of all case notes entered by the team
- Ensures the timely completion and quality of all relevant reports including FASPs, Permanency Hearing Reports, Court Reports
- Actively prepares staff for family court proceedings, family team conferences, and other externally case driven meetings
- Works with the team to ensure that all Family Team, Placement Preservation, Goal Change, Reunification Conferences and Parent to Parent Conferences are scheduled and held as appropriate
- Ensures timely and transparent staff evaluations with a lens toward ongoing development
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Microsoft 365 proficiency and knowledge of Connections
- Team player with strong planning, organizational, and follow-up skills
- Ability to manage and supervise all staff.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
- Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems
- MSW or related degree with prior supervisory experience in child welfare required. LMSW preferred
- Valid driver’s license preferred.
- Due to the nature of the work environment work hours will be based on the needs of the program and may vary.
- Our Agency operates in 2 locations: Staten Island and Brooklyn. The ability to travel between sites may be necessary.
- Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned within the scope of the position
Benefits
At Seamen’s Society for Children and Families, we value our team members and are committed to providing a supportive, rewarding, and growth-oriented work environment. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
Extensive Training & Career Development – Gain hands-on experience with comprehensive training programs to enhance your skills and career growth.
Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays – Maintain a healthy work-life balance with our comprehensive PTO package, including: 13 paid holidays throughout the year, Half-day Summer Fridays to make the most of the season, Ample vacation, personal, and sick time so you can recharge and focus on what matters most. Your well-being is a priority for us. Take time to rest and recharge.
Robust Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance – Stay covered with our significantly subsidized plans designed to fit your needs.
Company paid Life Insurance & Financial Security – We offer life insurance, a generous 403(b) retirement plan (with agency contribution), and a tax-deferred annuity to secure your future.
Commuter Benefit Program & Flexible Spending Accounts – Save money on daily expenses with our commuter benefits and FSA options.
Exclusive Perks & Discounts – As part of our team, you'll gain access to Plum Benefits, the leading Corporate Entertainment Benefits provider. Enjoy exclusive discounts, special offers, and preferred seating for top attractions, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, hotels, and more.
Employee Assistance Program – Receive confidential support services for mental health, financial advice, and personal well-being.
Internship & Referral Programs – Help build the future by mentoring interns or referring great candidates and earning incentives.
Additional Information
Seamen’s Society is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression (sexual orientation, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Salary Description
$72,000
Salary : $72,000