Supervisor of Permanency

Lutheran Social Services of New York•New York, NY

13d•$6,630,000 - $7,385,969•Onsite

About The Position

The Permanency Supervisor ensures the execution of a quality service plan that promotes safety, permanency, behavior management, and therapeutic developmental support for children with complex needs.

Requirements

Strong communication and writing skills
Ability to work collaboratively with consumers and co-workers
Knowledgeable in working with foster care youth and children and families at-risk
Superior organizational skills and an ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience and facility working with Microsoft Office Applications and OCFS Connections
Understanding of social services theories and systems
Knowledge of city and state regulations
Ability to use problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
Master’s degree in social work or equivalent in human services or related field
Minimum of two years’ working experience in foster care or related field
Minimum one year supervisory/management experience
Ability to manage time effectively, multi-task and determine priorities
Ability to work flexible hours as needed
Ability to effectively express ideas using speech, listening and writing skills to influence others and convey Program purpose and goals
Ability to establish a systematic course of action to accomplish specific objectives, determine priorities and allocate time and resources effectively
Ability to make appropriate decisions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of families
Ability to represent the Agency with respect to program development and implementation
Ability to effectively meet and communicate face-to-face with agency stakeholders
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision
Ability to be able to ensure staff receive ongoing supervision & training
Ability to take disciplinary action promptly, impartially and consistently when necessary
Must demonstrate ability to work with a diverse population, and behaviors
Must be able to manage and direct staff effectively
Ability to navigate throughout New York City using public transportation and/or have a valid New York State driver's license and access to a motor vehicle
Ability to work collaboratively toward solutions that generally benefit all involved parties to accomplish overall organization objectives
Ability to improve the skills of others by identifying areas of performance strengths and develop opportunities, through mentoring and coaching, to develop staff for longevity at LSSNY

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish)a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with local, state, and Federal rules and regulations, including but not limited to HIPAA
Oversee tracking systems of programmatic performance targets and other reporting measures
Attend all Interdisciplinary Team Meetings for Children’s Services
Assume on site administrative responsibility for designated units as required
Participate with Director of Family Foster Care in hiring process
Alert Director of Family Foster Care to programmatic needs
Evaluate staff performance during selection period and annually
Develop and monitor appropriate service plan for all cases
Participate in service plan reviews and Family Team Conferences (FTC)
Monitor case records documentation and timeliness
Review progress notes, court reports, FASPs, permanency reports and Service Plans of assigned Case Workers
Monitor compliance (timely submission) with Connections expectations
Coordinate team meetings, supervision, and ensure opportunities for staff professional development
Attend consortium meetings as appropriate to discuss city, state, and federal child welfare issues and policies.
Communicate the Agency’s vision, policies, and procedures to the staff and report program concerns to the Director of Family Foster Care.
Work in collaboration with other departments, agencies, systems and institutions to maximize scarce resource
Regularly assess the safety and well-being of all clients being served
Ensure quality assurance and excellence in service provision
Other duties as required by direct supervisor or needs of the program/agency
On Call-24 hours