Program Manager for Sociotherapy Services

The Children's Village • New York, NY

7h • $0 - $110,000

About The Position

The Program Manager oversees two Sociotherapy Units and ensures that children receive quality services, with particular emphasis on thoughtful therapeutic interventions and crisis de-escalation to support stability during placement. The role ensures compliance with rules and regulations established by ACS, OCFS, and 29i, as well as adherence to internal policies and procedures. The Program Manager focuses on outcomes set forth by ACS as best practice and ensures compliance with 29i standards, including productivity and utilization. The role collaborates closely with the Behavioral Health team to support 29i compliance, fosters a unit culture reflecting agency values, contributes to department- and agency-wide policies and procedures as a member of the leadership team, and participates in system-wide advocacy on behalf of children.

Requirements

• At least a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of New York; an LCSW is preferred.
• Four to six years of social work practice.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Strong administrative and managerial experience in child welfare.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of New York.

Responsibilities

• Oversee two Sociotherapy Units.
• Ensure the delivery of quality services to children, including thoughtful therapeutic interventions and crisis de-escalation to support stability during placement.
• Ensure compliance with ACS, OCFS, and 29i rules and regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Focus on outcomes set forth by ACS as best practice and ensure compliance with 29i standards, including productivity and utilization.
• Collaborate closely with the Behavioral Health team to ensure 29i compliance.
• Create a unit culture that reflects the agency’s values.
• Contribute to department- and agency-wide policies and procedures as a member of the leadership team.
• Contribute to system-wide advocacy on behalf of children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager