Director of Supportive Visitation Services Program (LPC;LCSW)

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark•Union City, NJ

2d•$91,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is seeking a full-time Program Director for its Supportive Visitation Services (SVS) program in Jersey City, New Jersey. The Program Director is responsible for the program’s day-to-day operations, including recruiting, selecting, coaching, supervising, and assessing Therapeutic and Supportive Visitation Specialists and the Regional Coordinator, as well as recruiting and selecting Visitation Aides. The position provides clinical oversight and supervision of visitation staff, collects and reports SVS data, participates in continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities, and attends meetings and delivers presentations. The role supports families through culturally sensitive, trauma-informed services. The Director ensures parent-child contact takes place in a safe, non-traumatizing environment that promotes healthy attachment; communicates with families in their preferred language while considering their faith and culture; and collaborates with DCP&P, providers, and other supports. The position also helps families identify goals and needs, advocates for families, connects them with resources and supports, and facilitates visit-planning and other relevant meetings. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The listed salary range is $88,000–$92,000.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field.
Valid professional license: LPC or LCSW.
Valid New Jersey driver’s license.
Five years of mental health services experience.
Two years of experience providing mental health or other therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and/or families.
Two years of supervisory experience.
Experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Supportive Visitation Services program.
Recruit, select, coach, supervise, and assess Therapeutic and Supportive Visitation Specialists and the Regional Coordinator.
Recruit and select Visitation Aides.
Provide clinical oversight and supervision of visitation staff.
Collect and report SVS data and participate in CQI activities.
Attend meetings and deliver presentations.
Communicate with families in a culturally sensitive manner, using their preferred language and considering their faith and culture.
Ensure parent-child contact takes place in a safe, non-traumatizing environment that promotes healthy attachment.
Maintain communication and collaboration with DCP&P, other providers, and supports.
Gather information by reviewing collateral information and asking about families’ natural supports.
Create an environment that empowers parents, children, and caregivers to communicate their goals and needs.
Use culturally competent interviewing and communication techniques; recognize non-verbal communication and maintain appropriate eye contact and posture.
Advocate for families as needed and support them in advocating for themselves.
Connect families with community resources and formal and informal supports, coordinating with DCP&P.
Facilitate visit-planning meetings and participate in other relevant meetings.
Operate from a trauma-informed perspective.