Northern Rivers Family of Services
Foster Care Supervisor (22831)
Northern Rivers Family of Services, Schenectady, New York, United States
Foster Care Supervisor (22831)
– Northern Rivers Family of Services
Northern Rivers strives to provide resources needed for our communities and the families we serve to achieve success as family units. In concert with our mission of protecting children, preserving families and strengthening communities, our Foster Care program works to give children in our care the structure and families they need. The Foster Care Supervisor oversees the administrative and programmatic aspects of the Foster Care team, working with staff, foster families, and children. The position reports to the Director of Foster Care and is onsite.
Responsibilities
Supervise a multistage foster care treatment team in areas of intake and ongoing treatment planning for foster youth and families.
Ensure diligent efforts to reach permanency for foster children in placement.
Coordinate work of a diverse team comprising permanency care managers, clinical and nursing departments to fulfill permanency, safety, and wellbeing goals.
Provide regular supervision and complete performance evaluations for program staff including Permanency Care Managers, Family Support Workers, and Administrative Assistants.
Work with the Local Department of Social Services to fulfill contracted services.
Develop relationships with outside agencies to provide resources to the program.
Ensure case records are maintained to standards of NY OCFS regulations, COA standards, and agency standards.
Help assess and select prospective foster parents.
Help assess strengths and needs of certified foster parents to ensure their success with foster youth.
Collaborate with Northern Rivers service departments including finance and human resources.
Participate in departmental meetings.
Participate in supervisory rotation on call to support staff who respond to after‑hour emergencies.
Requirements and Education
Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field.
At least three to five years of progressively responsible experience.
Benefits
Health care package: medical, dental, and vision.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid time off.
Holiday pay.
401(k) plan.
Life insurance.
Loan repayment assistance.
Free training/CEU opportunities.
About Northern Rivers Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do meaningful work.
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– Northern Rivers Family of Services
Northern Rivers strives to provide resources needed for our communities and the families we serve to achieve success as family units. In concert with our mission of protecting children, preserving families and strengthening communities, our Foster Care program works to give children in our care the structure and families they need. The Foster Care Supervisor oversees the administrative and programmatic aspects of the Foster Care team, working with staff, foster families, and children. The position reports to the Director of Foster Care and is onsite.
Responsibilities
Supervise a multistage foster care treatment team in areas of intake and ongoing treatment planning for foster youth and families.
Ensure diligent efforts to reach permanency for foster children in placement.
Coordinate work of a diverse team comprising permanency care managers, clinical and nursing departments to fulfill permanency, safety, and wellbeing goals.
Provide regular supervision and complete performance evaluations for program staff including Permanency Care Managers, Family Support Workers, and Administrative Assistants.
Work with the Local Department of Social Services to fulfill contracted services.
Develop relationships with outside agencies to provide resources to the program.
Ensure case records are maintained to standards of NY OCFS regulations, COA standards, and agency standards.
Help assess and select prospective foster parents.
Help assess strengths and needs of certified foster parents to ensure their success with foster youth.
Collaborate with Northern Rivers service departments including finance and human resources.
Participate in departmental meetings.
Participate in supervisory rotation on call to support staff who respond to after‑hour emergencies.
Requirements and Education
Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field.
At least three to five years of progressively responsible experience.
Benefits
Health care package: medical, dental, and vision.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid time off.
Holiday pay.
401(k) plan.
Life insurance.
Loan repayment assistance.
Free training/CEU opportunities.
About Northern Rivers Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do meaningful work.
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