In PersonTravel between the Brooklyn and Staten Island sites is required.
Social & Community ServicesCase Management & Advocacy
About the job
Requirements
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and knowledge of Connections.
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to foster relationships among stakeholders and work with families facing difficult circumstances.
Strong leadership and group facilitation skills for working with families facing complex challenges and situations.
Strong planning, organizational, and follow-up skills.
Knowledge of and skill in Family Team Conference group conferencing processes; candidates must be Family Team Conference-trained.
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse groups toward resolving differences.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems.
A master's degree in social work or a related field is required.
Two years of supervisory experience, preferably in foster care, and one year of group work experience are required.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings.
Willingness to travel between the agency's Staten Island and Brooklyn sites.
Responsibilities
Provide direct supervision and coaching to a team of Family Team Conference facilitators and a case aide.
Work with the unit case aide to ensure Family Team Conferences are scheduled for all foster care case-planning units in advance of the Family Assessment and Service Plan due date.
Ensure Family Team Conference invitations are mailed to families in a timely manner.
Ensure the monthly Family Team Conference calendar is sent to appropriate staff in advance.
Ensure conferences are held in accordance with Administration for Children's Services regulations.
Ensure the Administration for Children's Services legal team is invited to conferences in a timely manner.
Monitor facilitators' timely documentation in Connections, including Family Team Conference invitations, summaries, action plans, progress notes, and Service Plan Review tabs.
Use a tracking system to ensure all internal and external Family Team Conferences are scheduled, rescheduled, and held in a timely manner.
Review and submit scheduler forms to the Administration for Children's Services for conferences facilitated by the agency.
Monitor the rescheduling of missed conferences.
Facilitate Family Team Conferences as needed.
Use a tracking system to ensure internal treatment team meetings are scheduled, rescheduled, and held in a timely manner.
Facilitate treatment team meetings as needed.
Facilitate internal high-risk meetings.
Attend required ongoing training and monitor completion of required training by departmental staff.
Attend leadership meetings.
Participate in the foster care program's on-call rotation.
Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of the position.
Description
Employees are eligible for a pay increase upon successfully completing the 6-month orientation period.
About Us
For over 175 years, Seamen’s Society has been dedicated to helping children survive, thrive, and succeed. Our programs provide critical support to vulnerable children and families, and we are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to join us in making a difference.
If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your work truly matters, we invite you to be part of our mission. With opportunities in Brooklyn and Staten Island, we offer competitive salaries, career growth potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Seamen’s Society for Children and Families is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Take the next step in your career and help create brighter futures for children and families, apply today!
Job Summary:
The Family Team Conferencing Supervisor is responsible for supervising Family Team Conference Facilitators in accordance with the Administration for Children’s Services’ FTC Model. The supervisor ensures the timely scheduling and facilitation of all required conferences, oversees departmental requirements, and provides ongoing guidance and support to the agency’s facilitators.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Provide direct supervision and coaching to a team of Family Team Conference facilitators and a case aide.
· Work with the unit case aide to ensure Family Team Conferences are scheduled for all foster care case-planning units in advance of the FASP due date.
· Ensure FTC invitations are mailed to families in a timely manner.
· Ensure the monthly FTC calendar is sent to all appropriate staff in advance.
· Ensure conferences are held in accordance with ACS regulations.
· Ensure the ACS legal team is invited to conferences in a timely manner.
· Monitor facilitators’ timely documentation in Connections, including, but not limited to, FTC invitations, summaries, action plans, progress notes, and Service Plan Review tabs.
· Utilize a tracking system to ensure all internal and external FTCs are scheduled, rescheduled, and held in a timely manner.
· Review and submit scheduler forms to ACS for conferences facilitated by ACS.
· Monitor the rescheduling of missed conferences.
· Facilitate FTCs as needed.
· Utilize a tracking system to ensure internal treatment team meetings are scheduled, rescheduled, and held in a timely manner.
· Facilitate treatment team meetings as needed.
· Facilitate internal high-risk meetings.
· Attend required ongoing training and monitor completion of required training by departmental staff.
· Attend leadership meetings.
· Participate in the foster care program’s on-call rotation.
· Perform other related duties as assigned within scope of position.
Requirements
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
· Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and knowledge of Connections.
· Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to foster relationships among all stakeholders and work with families facing difficult circumstances.
· Strong leadership and group facilitation skills for working with families facing complex challenges and situations.
· Team player with strong planning, organizational, and follow-up skills.
· Knowledge of and skill in FTC group conferencing processes (FTC-trained).
· Demonstrated ability to lead diverse groups toward resolving differences.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
· Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems.
Qualifications/Requirements:
· Master’s degree in social work or a related field required.
· Two years of supervisory experience, preferably in foster care, with one year of group work experience is required.
· Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings.
· Our agency operates in two locations: Staten Island and Brooklyn. Travel between both sites is required.
Why Join Us?
At Seamen’s Society for Children and Families, we value our team members and are committed to providing a supportive, rewarding, and growth-oriented work environment. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
Extensive Training & Career Development – Gain hands-on experience with comprehensive training programs to enhance your skills and career growth.
Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays – Maintain a healthy work-life balance with our comprehensive PTO package, including: 13 paid holidays throughout the year, Half-day Summer Fridays to make the most of the season, Ample vacation, personal, and sick time so you can recharge and focus on what matters most. Your well-being is a priority for us. Take time to rest and recharge.
Robust Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance – Stay covered with our significantly subsidized plans designed to fit your needs.
Company paid Life Insurance & Financial Security – We offer life insurance, a generous 403(b) retirement plan (with agency contribution), and a tax-deferred annuity to secure your future.
Commuter Benefit Program & Flexible Spending Accounts – Save money on daily expenses with our commuter benefits and FSA options.
Exclusive Perks & Discounts – As part of our team, you'll gain access to Plum Benefits, the leading Corporate Entertainment Benefits provider. Enjoy exclusive discounts, special offers, and preferred seating for top attractions, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, hotels, and more.
Employee Assistance Program – Receive confidential support services for mental health, financial advice, and personal well-being.
Internship & Referral Programs – Help build the future by mentoring interns or referring great candidates and earning incentives.
Additional Information
Seamen’s Society is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression (sexual orientation, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.