Supervisor Social Services-Homeless Services

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Position Overview

S:US Is seeking a Supervisor of Social Services for their families with children shelters in the Bronx.

This position is located at Echo Place Bronx, NY 10457

Schedule: Monday-Friday 9a-5p, with flexibility and on-call.

LCSW Required

Scope of role:

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Supervisor of Social Services is responsible for the overall management and supervision of the clinical unit, which includes case managers, vocational case manager and housing specialist. The supervisor is responsible for the coordination of client services, developing and implementing policies and procedures, establishing goals and objectives and working closely with Program Director in planning, implementing and monitoring HRA and other funding/licensing agency services. The supervisor of social services actively promotes staff development and team building.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Effective Communication: Ability to convey information, as appropriate, to all individuals, including supervisor, staff and co-workers. Uses clear, concise language to provide timely and accurate written and oral communication.

Critical Thinking: Ability to drive improvements, ranging from incremental enhancements to major shifts in direction. Anticipates change and makes the necessary adjustments to drive lasting improvements and long-term results.

Flexibility: Demonstrates an openness to new situations, adapts to changing circumstances and adjusts approaches and responses to address change related challenges.

Innovation: Develops new ways of doing things, questions conventional approaches and implements unique techniques. Encourages and promotes the exploration of new ideas and creative thinking amongst team members.

Role Model: Helps to shape the vision of the shelter by working with the multidisciplinary team to accomplish nutritional objectives.

Teamwork: Ability to lead and direct a cohesive team

Qualifications

• LCSW Required (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution with a major in social work
• Three years supervisory/managerial experience
• Work experience in the fields of mental health, child welfare, child development, or other related fields.
• Strong working knowledge of psychodynamics, group work, case work, health systems and human and child development.
• Experience working with trauma and understand Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder as well as trauma informed care.
• Must have ability to supervise staff and promote team building, good problem-solving skills, good written and oral communication skills.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• English/Spanish speaking preferred

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you.

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at [email protected].

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