Regional Supervisor

Chicanos Por La Causa•New York, NY

40d•$80,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Be the guiding force that empowers our mission to change lives! You're not just supervising - you're shaping futures by leading a compassionate team that ensures safety, stability, and hope for unaccompanied children and their families. The mission of CPLC's Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) is to promote the health, well-being, and stability of refugees, unaccompanied alien children, and other eligible individuals and families, through culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based services. Our vision is for all new arrivals to be welcomed with equitable, high-quality services and resources so they can maximize their potential. HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT IN THIS ROLE? As the HS/PRS Regional Supervisor, you will lead a regional team of Caseworkers dedicated to conducting home studies and providing post-release services to unaccompanied children and their sponsors. Your leadership will ensure that services are delivered with empathy, excellence, and compliance - empowering your team to support families through each step of their journey. You will: Supervise PRS Caseworkers (Level 1 & 2) and Home Study Caseworkers. Oversee assessments, case reviews, and quality assurance of home studies and service plans. Support staff development through training, coaching, and performance feedback. Ensure timely, thorough documentation and adherence to program standards. Collaborate across departments and with community partners to connect families to critical resources. WHO YOU ARE You're a strong, compassionate leader who thrives in mission-driven work and believes every child deserves safety and opportunity. You bring sharp clinical insight, organizational skill, and a steady hand under pressure — guiding others through complex and meaningful work.

Requirements

MSW degree or an equivalent degree in behavioral sciences or a social service field and 3 years of progressive experience in the fields listed above or a bachelor's degree in one of the aforementioned fields, plus 5 years of relevant employment experience.
Experience conducting homes studies and writing thorough assessment reports.
Clinical crisis and intervention skills
Strong assessment and analysis skills
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, excellent organizational abilities
Excellent judgment and leadership capabilities
Bilingual and bicultural: English and Spanish, highly preferred
Employees are required to possess strong computer skills in MS Office, including Word, Excel, MS Teams
In-depth understanding of child welfare best practices, trauma-informed care systems, and working within homes and communities
Knowledgeable about family preservation, kinship care, and/or general child welfare
Knowledge of local community social services
A valid US Driver's License
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Available to travel as necessary.
Applicants selected will be subject to a background investigation, and additional clearances as required.

Nice To Haves

Specialized experience conducting/reviewing home studies and working with immigrant populations, with clinical experience, highly preferred.
Bilingual and bicultural: English and Spanish, highly preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise PRS Caseworkers (Level 1 & 2) and Home Study Caseworkers.
Oversee assessments, case reviews, and quality assurance of home studies and service plans.
Support staff development through training, coaching, and performance feedback.
Ensure timely, thorough documentation and adherence to program standards.
Collaborate across departments and with community partners to connect families to critical resources.