OCFS Site Supervisor

Upstate Caring Partners•Utica, NY

18h

About The Position

The OCFS Site Supervisor oversees daily program operations and ensures compliance with New York State Education Department and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations and operating standards. The role completes records and reports related to program effectiveness, progress, development, and compliance; oversees staff training; and communicates in ways that promote retention, teamwork, continuous learning, and positive partnerships within the organization and community. The Site Supervisor serves as a primary contact for families and as the liaison with the OCFS licenser. The position also coordinates services with government and regulatory entities, community organizations, local agencies, and health care providers; participates in meetings to address children’s and families’ needs; advocates for additional services when appropriate; and helps ensure responsible program finances. The role participates in the Education Division and Preschool Program administrative team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or a related field.
Experience working in a school, preschool, or daycare.
Must meet OCFS requirements to be the named Site Director.
Intermediate computer skills.
Valid New York State driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Serve as a liaison and primary contact for families.
Supervise daily program and department operations.
Complete and maintain necessary records and reports in a timely manner to ensure compliance.
Ensure staff training and professional development needs are met and that staff certifications and licenses are current.
Serve as liaison with the OCFS licenser and communicate with the licenser as needed.
Coordinate services with state and federal government and regulatory entities, community and local agencies, and health care providers.
Participate in meetings with staff, parents, and community members to ensure children’s and families’ needs are met.
Advocate for additional services and linkages for children and families as appropriate.
Ensure the program or department operates in a fiscally responsible manner.
Participate in activities as part of the Education Division and Preschool Program administrative team.
Communicate in ways that energize the workforce, promote retention and team excellence, facilitate continuous learning, and reinforce positive partnerships.