Program Supervisor/Social Worker - MCR002 - Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM

Job Details

Job Location

Manorville Community Residence - Manorville, NY

Position Type

Full-Time

Education Level

Graduate Degree

Salary Range

$27.24 - $27.24 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

Day

Job Description

Position Summary: The Program Supervisor/Social Worker plays a crucial role in the efficient functioning and quality care of our Community Residence Programs. This position demands a highly dedicated and flexible individual capable of multitasking and handling various responsibilities to ensure the smooth operation and compliance of the program with regulatory standards.

Essential Accountabilities

• Crisis Management and Counseling: Provide 24/7 crisis support to staff, including counseling youth and families during emergencies. Report and seek guidance for significant issues from the Director.

• Staff Training and Compliance: Assist in staff training and ongoing supervision ensuring adherence to OMH and OSHA regulations, and guide staff in effective counseling techniques.

• Admission Process and Youth Counseling: Support the Program Director in the admission process, attend community meetings, and review referral packets. Counsel youth and families during admission to ease transitions.

• Supervision and Reporting: Participate in regular supervision with the Program Director, assist with Medicaid billing, and provide updates on counseling progress.

• Financial Assistance and Applications: Complete Medicaid and SSI applications, and maintain knowledge of waiting lists and referral logs.

• Budget Management: Aid in adhering to the program's budget and financial planning.

• Youth and Family Engagement: Coordinate school registrations and CSE meetings. Counsel youth and families in forming and implementing discharge plans.

• Educational and Healthcare Coordination: Maintain regular contact with educational and mental health professionals. Set up youth files and ensure consistent therapy attendance, providing counseling support as needed.

• Service Plan Development and Counseling: Collaborate with families, service providers, and staff to develop and implement Service Plan goals, offering counseling to address specific needs.

• Group Programs and Family Meetings: Develop and facilitate psychoeducational group programs and quarterly family team meetings, including family counseling sessions.

• Documentation and Transportation: Document all meetings and counseling sessions, and provide transportation for youth when necessary.

• Quality Improvement and Direct Care: Engage in Quality Improvement plan development, provide direct care and counseling as required, and attend relevant workshops and training sessions.

• Administrative Duties: Manage accurate time tracking, submission of mileage logs, and insurance policy updates, along with other assigned duties.

Job Qualifications

• Must meet OMH standard for a Qualified Mental Health Staff (QMHS) consisting of a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a human services field (e.g., social work, psychology, psychiatric nursing, occupational therapy, counseling, rehabilitation counseling, or community mental health). Masters level and licensed staff preferred.

• Experience in youth counseling and family therapy within a community residence or similar setting.

• Strong crisis management, counseling, and decision-making skills.

• Familiarity with regulatory standards (OMH, OSHA) and proficiency in financial assistance applications.

• Excellent coordination and communication skills for effective liaison with educational and healthcare professionals.

• Flexibility in working hours.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and training compliance.

• Clean and valid NYS Driver’s license.