What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Supervisor position at Sanctuary For Families?
Description
ABOUT US
Sanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence. Every year, Sanctuary empowers thousands of adults and children to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability, transforming lives through a comprehensive range of services. We provide a range of wrap-around services to help survivors rebuild their lives in the aftermath of abuse, and work to end gender violence through three key strategies: direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy. Our services are available in 12 locations throughout New York City.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the direction of the Program Director, the Clinical Supervisor has responsibility for clinical and case management oversight of the Residential Services program. The Clinical Supervisor will directly provide supervision of staff which includes the Counselor, Case Managers and interns in the residential program. The Clinical Supervisor will ensure that program staff carries out their job responsibilities in a professional and ethical manner and maintain availability to staff during hours of operation and after hours as needed. The Clinical Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of care in order to ensure the appropriateness and effectiveness of residential and supportive services, identification of gaps in residential and service delivery system, representing the Agency at meetings, conferences, and public forums. Along with the Director, the Clinical Supervisor will work on strategic planning and implementation, development and implementation of processes and services that will improve the residential environment and service delivery system, staff training and development and staff supervision, compliance with contracts, agency policies and procedures, regulatory requirements and audit readiness and new initiatives. The Clinical Supervisor will be required to maintain a professional and ethical disposition at all times, while ensuring that staff practice professionalism and ethical behavior as well.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides individual and group clinical and administrative supervision to the Residential Counselor, two Case Managers and interns.
- In the absence of the Program Director, provides guidance and supervision to the Manager of Rosa Parks and the Residential Aides.
- In conjunction with the Program Director, manages and provides annual program planning for the crisis shelter program.
- Conducts and makes determination on shelter assessments for open vacancies. Coordinate staff at the dwellings for intakes and discharges.
- Conducts intakes as needed at the shelters.
- Ensures the shelter team works consistently with each client to obtain permanent housing prior to or before the 180 day DPE.
- Communicate with HRA in regards to issues relating to clients stay in shelter.
- Assess, make determination on, and conduct administrative discharges in consultation with Director.
- Communicate with HRA and SFF staff in regards to incident reports and provide follow up.
- Provides counseling, advocacy, including affidavits and testimony, case management and referrals to clients.
- Administer personnel policies and procedures under the guidance of the program director.
- In conjunction of the Director, assist in staff recruitment, training, and evaluation of staff.
- Represents Sanctuary for Families on city wide coalitions and committees on issues related to the impact of DV on clients in absences of the Program Director.
- Communicate with HRA, DHS and other providers for client’s needs.
- Works closely with staff throughout SFF.
- Any other duties assigned to by Director.
Requirements
- LMSW or LMHC required.
- A minimum of (2) years post-master’s degree in the field of human services, and 1 year supervisory experience.
- SIFI certification preferred.
- Experience in the field of domestic violence and/or residential services preferred.
- Ability to provide coaching, supervision and leadership.
- Excellent interpersonal, administrative and managerial skills.
- Excellent verbal/written communication.
- Excellent clinical skills.
- Flexibility and ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel skills.
- Bilingual English and Spanish or additional community language preferred.
- Understanding of and ability to work with people of diverse national, ethnic, cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Budgeted Salary: $78,000 - $83,000 per year
Work position is Full-time; Salaried/Exempt
Work schedule is currently Hybrid; must be able to meet job location schedule obligations
Benefits:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer retirement contribution
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, Sick)
- Generous Leave Policy
- Flexible spending account / Health savings account
- Student loan assistance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Gym reimbursement program
- Wellness program and rewards
Sanctuary for Families is a welcoming workplace. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status or domestic violence victim status, and other categories protected under Federal, New York state or New York city laws.
Survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary : $78,000 - $83,000
