Mental Health Program Coordinator, Manhattan

Description

Social Worker needed for a Program Coordinator position working full-time, permanently. This is a hybrid position working 2-3 days in the Manhattan based offie and 2-3 days from home remotely.

The Coordinator is responsible for supervising a team of 15-20 volunteer Advocates and providing training, consultation and resource development on mental health issues and services.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Supervise a team of trained volunteer Advocates who provide advocacy and one-on-one support to high risk children and youth in NYC foster care, and their families.
• Guide volunteers in developing case assessments, case plans and advocacy strategies to ensure that children have their needs met while in foster care and move out of foster care as quickly as possible.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive and current database of mental health providers and resources.
• Provide initial training for all new volunteers and staff (typically four volunteer classes annually) plus at least four additional in-service trainings annually for the continuing education of volunteer Advocates and staff on more in-depth topics ranging from the impacts of trauma on adolescence, mental health care coordination for children and adults, suicide assessment and crisis interventions, psychiatric care settings, supporting parents with mental health needs, and more.
• Facilitate group supervision sessions with staff / volunteers on clinical and mental health related issues.
• Provide direct case management and advocacy as needed, in collaboration with volunteers and supervisors, and if / when volunteers are not available, and / or on cases a requiring higher level of support.
• Advocate or guide volunteers in advocating for children and youth in court proceedings and field meetings related to child's developmental, educational, health and mental health needs, family supports, and other needs.
• Work with or guide volunteers in work with parents of children in foster care to establish safe and stable homes required for their children's return; and with youth aging out of foster care to assist them in preparing to live independently.
• Meet with each volunteer Advocate a minimum of once monthly for in-person supervision and maintain regular contact with volunteers by phone and email.
• Write concise, effective, fact-based court reports that include holistic descriptions of the needs and life circumstances of each child or youth, or provide guidance to volunteers in writing such court reports.
• Participate in court proceedings and case related conferences and meetings. Orient new volunteers to policies and the court process
• Match volunteers with appropriate case assignments.
• Guide clients through various systems, such as NYCHA, Medicaid, TANF, and special education.
• Participate in court-based committees and workgroups in order to ensure effective coordination of services with partner organizations.
• Foster a feedback-rich culture of learning, appreciation and improvement.
• Help create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and learning environment.

Annual Salary range : $65,747- $78,505 depending on qualification and experience (higher range includes salary differential for multiple languages, additional degrees and / or training certifications).

A competitive benefits package includes a 401(k) retirement plan with 200% match, health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, pre-tax transit costs and generous vacation.

Position Requirements

LCSW preferred, LMSW will also be considered.

2-8 years relevant post-graduate professional experience.

Supervision experience strongly preferred.

Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) or other strongly preferred.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Salary : $65,747 - $78,505