Brooklyn, NY, 11225, USA
60 days ago
Social Work Supervisor, Park Slope Women's Shelter
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive.  We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in:  Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 73,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility.  Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing. Park Slope Shelter for Women serves 100 MICA (mentally ill chemical abusing) women at the Park Slope Armory in Brooklyn. Position: Social Work Supervisor Reports To: Director of Social Service Location: 1402 8th Ave Brooklyn, NY 11215 What The Social Work Supervisor Does: + Communicate effectively with clients, direct reporting staff, peers, supervisors, and funders. + Provide training and support to staff and team members regarding psychoeducation, mental health assessments and other techniques (i.e., motivational interviewing). + Develop and implement quarterly training sessions for the continued education and professional development of shelter staff. + Serve as a liaison and develop linkage agreements with other community-based organizations and local mental health service providers, as necessary. + Motivate, coach and counsel direct reporting staff to excel. + Ensure that all direct reporting staff completes all necessary case management documentations including housing applications, ILP, and referrals to providers as required. + Ensure that all client charting documentation are up-to-date and reflect services provided such as service plans, re-certifications and psychiatric assessments. + Assist with the development of program content to address residents needs related to housing, substance abuse treatment, mental health and employment. + Provide assistance, interventions and follow-up in regards to critical incidents with clients. + Encourage teamwork among direct reporting staff as well as among peers. + Troubleshoot client and direct reporting staff program problems and make decisions in accordance with program policies, procedures, and protocols. + Conduct and document one-on-on supervision of direct reporting staff to assess and improve work performance i.e. identify training needs, professional development etc. + Overcome resistance to change from clients, direct reporting staff, and supervisors/funders. + Administer constructive discipline to direct reporting staff, as needed. + Monitor clients' progress toward their goals (dates achieved) and document via progress notes. + Review all documentation related to clients' progress for accuracy, completeness, and clarity. + Review and sign time sheets. + Prepare performance appraisals for directed reporting staff. + Conduct chart auditing of client files (i.e., paper and electronically). + Ensure staff utilization of electronic database and conduct oversight to ensure data integrity. + May prepare marketing materials for the program. + May plan, coordinate and facilitate social/peer support events, including group facilitation for clients. Minimum Education/Experience Required: + Licensed Master’s Degree in Social Work (LMSW or LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Master’s Degree in Counseling/Guidance and 2 years of supervisory experience Other Requirements: + Supervisory experience a must. Compensation: $62,400 annually When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization. Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays. CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. Powered by JazzHR
Confirm your E-mail: Send Email