Supervisor – Enhanced Family Foster Care

Company Overview

The Staten Island Workforce1 Career Center is partnering with Seamen’s Society for Children and Families to find qualified candidates for a Supervisor – Enhanced Family Foster Care position in Staten Island, NY. For more than 175 years, Seamen’s Society has been dedicated to helping children and families thrive through programs that provide critical support and services to vulnerable communities. The organization is committed to strengthening families and creating brighter futures for children throughout New York City.

Position Overview

The Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Enhanced Family Foster Care Case Planning Unit. This role provides leadership, guidance, and supervision to a team of Case Planners and a Parent Advocate while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, family-centered services. The Supervisor works collaboratively with staff, families, and partner agencies to support permanency planning, case management, and positive outcomes for children and families involved in the foster care system.

The Agency operates in 2 locations: Staten Island and Brooklyn. The ability to travel between sites may be necessary. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide weekly supervision to a team of Case Planners and a Parent Advocate.
• Facilitate family-centered case planning and encourage participation from family members and staff.
• Collaborate with internal departments and partner agencies to support children and families.
• Review permanency plans and support safe, timely family reunification efforts.
• Intervene directly in high-risk cases and critical situations.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of case notes and required documentation.
• Review and monitor the quality of FASPs, Court Reports, Permanency Hearing Reports, and other required documentation.
• Participate in Quality Assurance, Quality Improvement, Safety Reviews, Permanency Reviews, and related meetings.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work or a related field required.
• Prior supervisory experience in child welfare required.
• LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) preferred.
• Knowledge of Connections and Microsoft 365 required.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Ability to travel between Staten Island and Brooklyn locations as needed.

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