NYC Administration for Children's Services
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Executive Director
role at
NYC Administration for Children's Services .
The selected candidate will be offered a salary of $130,000.00 - $140,000.00.
The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well‑being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services, and provides subsidized child care vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment.
In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement and programs for youth in the community. The Division of Youth and Family Justice (DYFJ) provides a wide range of services and programs for youth at every stage of the juvenile justice process. Our goals are to build stronger and safer communities and advance public safety by preventing juveniles from entering the New York City’s juvenile justice system, to provide therapeutic treatment and services to youth in our custodial care, and to help juveniles access the tools they need to leave the justice system for good.
Specific Responsibilities
Supervise, manage and oversee contracted providers, school operation, NSD (non‑secure detention) day‑to‑day activities, and programs that are offered.
Supervise and monitor the program performance of NSD providers.
Promote team building and skill development among NSD and School Liaisons staff.
Meet with contracted agencies monthly to support programming across CTH and NSD.
Create relationships with community stakeholders to help bridge Gaia within the continuum.
Identify gaps in facility programming and work with providers to identify ways to close the gaps.
Work with DPPM on identifying corrective action plans and heighten monitoring in reference to programming in the facilities.
Collaborate with case management team, agency staff to identify programs available for youth in the facility and community (aftercare).
Collect and track data around programming to identify trends and patterns that will help reduce idle time and improve overall quality of services.
Provide technical assistance around ways for stakeholders to improve quality of programming and to tailor services specific to youth in their facilities.
Collaborate with NSD and CTH home providers in finding programs/activities that are a good fit for youth in their care.
Identify deliverables and objectives for programs implemented.
Monitor ongoing performance and look for improvements.
Manage distribution of special event tickets and donations.
Additional Information Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child‑caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.
To apply, please go to https://www.cityjobs.nyc.gov or https://www.nyc.gov/ess for current NYC employees and search for Job ID #730799. No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Note: Only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Minimum Qualifications
A master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and four years of full‑time, paid professional experience in a child care institution or in group work with children in a child care setting, including two years in an administrative capacity.
A master's degree from an accredited college in sociology, psychology, education, public administration or a closely related field, and five years of full‑time paid professional experience as described above including two years in an administrative capacity.
Education and/or experience equivalent to the above. However, all candidates must have two years of administrative experience in a child care setting.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of New York is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on any legally protected status or characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Executive Director
role at
NYC Administration for Children's Services .
The selected candidate will be offered a salary of $130,000.00 - $140,000.00.
The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well‑being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services, and provides subsidized child care vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment.
In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement and programs for youth in the community. The Division of Youth and Family Justice (DYFJ) provides a wide range of services and programs for youth at every stage of the juvenile justice process. Our goals are to build stronger and safer communities and advance public safety by preventing juveniles from entering the New York City’s juvenile justice system, to provide therapeutic treatment and services to youth in our custodial care, and to help juveniles access the tools they need to leave the justice system for good.
Specific Responsibilities
Supervise, manage and oversee contracted providers, school operation, NSD (non‑secure detention) day‑to‑day activities, and programs that are offered.
Supervise and monitor the program performance of NSD providers.
Promote team building and skill development among NSD and School Liaisons staff.
Meet with contracted agencies monthly to support programming across CTH and NSD.
Create relationships with community stakeholders to help bridge Gaia within the continuum.
Identify gaps in facility programming and work with providers to identify ways to close the gaps.
Work with DPPM on identifying corrective action plans and heighten monitoring in reference to programming in the facilities.
Collaborate with case management team, agency staff to identify programs available for youth in the facility and community (aftercare).
Collect and track data around programming to identify trends and patterns that will help reduce idle time and improve overall quality of services.
Provide technical assistance around ways for stakeholders to improve quality of programming and to tailor services specific to youth in their facilities.
Collaborate with NSD and CTH home providers in finding programs/activities that are a good fit for youth in their care.
Identify deliverables and objectives for programs implemented.
Monitor ongoing performance and look for improvements.
Manage distribution of special event tickets and donations.
Additional Information Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child‑caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.
To apply, please go to https://www.cityjobs.nyc.gov or https://www.nyc.gov/ess for current NYC employees and search for Job ID #730799. No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Note: Only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Minimum Qualifications
A master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and four years of full‑time, paid professional experience in a child care institution or in group work with children in a child care setting, including two years in an administrative capacity.
A master's degree from an accredited college in sociology, psychology, education, public administration or a closely related field, and five years of full‑time paid professional experience as described above including two years in an administrative capacity.
Education and/or experience equivalent to the above. However, all candidates must have two years of administrative experience in a child care setting.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of New York is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on any legally protected status or characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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