Assistant Director of Foster Care Mental Health

DescriptionSalary:$87,000-$90,000/yearPosition Summary:At Children's Aid, we believe that all kids have limitless potential. Our dedicated staff provide comprehensive supports for nearly 50,000 children and families in targeted, under-resourced New York City neighborhoods. We know what it takes to ensure children grow up strong and healthy, and ready to thrive in school and life: excellent education and health care, social-emotional support, and strong, stable families.Under the supervision of the Foster Care Mental Health Program Director, the Assistant Director of Foster Care Mental Health Program will be responsible for the supervision of the foster care mental health therapists and focus on enhancing therapists' clinical skills.Essential Duties:Understand and promote the organization's Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.Provide direct clinical supervision to foster care mental health therapists and clinical supervisorProvide crisis intervention to clients as neededReview referrals for therapy and assign cases to therapists within 48 hours, maintain updated waitlistMonitor therapists' caseloads, ensure cases are being assigned and/or closed when clinically appropriateMonitor productivity of therapists, address concerns regarding productivityAbility to work effectively with children, adolescents, families, professionals and other personnel from a wide range of cultural, social and economic backgrounds.Assist with the oversight of psychologists and psychiatrists regarding evaluations, schedules, caseloadsMonitor new foster care intakes, including required Mental Health Assessments (IPCTP, Initial MH assessments)Complete intakes as needed to ensure initial assessments are completed within 30 days of foster care placementEnsure that all documentation and paperwork are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with ACS and OMH regulations, as well as completing chart reviews regularly.Maintain up to date program policies to be in compliance with OMH, ACS and OCFS/29I regulationsEnsure therapists are effectively utilizing evidence-based modelsFacilitate monthly case conferences with clinical supervisorParticipate in case consultations and trainings with other providers and foster care staffServe as liaison between foster care and mental health staff to ensure collaboration in children's treatment.Participates with interdisciplinary team members in developing and implementing program policies and proceduresCoordinate and facilitate team trainings/workshops to enhance therapist's clinical skills and interventionsDiscuss concerns regarding staff or program with program directorHelp with developing relationships with community providersAssist in completing forms required for referrals, evaluations, program eligibility or override for servicesProvide clinical and administrative coverage in absence of program directorAssist in the training of new staff and interns as neededEffectively onboard and train program staff, and monitor completion of required trainings for staffMaintain a caseload of 2 clientsComply with all privacy laws including HIPAA, etc.Perform other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Master's Degree in Social Work requiredValid New York State LCSW Required2 years Supervisory Experience required.Experience with Foster Care population required.Ability to work flexible schedule, evening coverage is required.Key Competencies:Strong clinical experience especially in the area of childhood trauma and program compliance preferred.Experience with evidence-based models preferred (Trauma Systems Therapy, CBT, TF-CBT, CBT+)Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred.It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children's Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Children's Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children's Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics. Qualifications EducationMasters of Social Work (required) Experience2 years: Experience with Foster Care population required. (required) 2 years: 2 years Supervisory Experience required. (required) Licenses & CertificationsLCSW (required) SkillsAbility to Speak Spanish (preferred)Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.