Social Work Supervisor (Functional Family Therapy)

Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Supervisor / Administrative Supervisor / Site Lead Salary: $72,000 – $78,000/yr Position Summary: The Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Supervisor in our Family Assessment Program (FAP) will serve the combined roles of an Administrative Supervisor and FFT Lead Therapist. The FFT Supervisor also functions in the role of site lead of the FFT Program. Supervisors are required to ensure that interactions involving staff and clients are trauma informed and reflect the agency’s DEI and Anti‑racism framework. FFT sessions are conducted primarily in clients’ homes. Essential Duties Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures. Provide accountability, child welfare, and administrative supervision for up to four (4) FFT Therapists, Case Aides or Educational Specialists. Provide Accountability Oversight to ensure compliance with ACS 2021 Prevention Services Standards and Indicators, which includes Collaborate with CQI team to improve program practice and outcomes by reviewing and providing feedback on the CQI Utilization Dashboard and Monthly Performance Reports. Monitor all ACS/OCFS database systems, such as PROMIS, CONNX, and eVOLV, to ensure compliance with key performance indicators. Ensure timely completion, review and approval of FASPs, Plan Amendments and Progress notes. Ensure that length of service, home assessments and assessment of children and adults in or frequenting the home are completed. Ensure that the team engages in outreach activities in the community in order to attain required 20% utilization from self‑referrals as required by contract. Provide Child Welfare Supervision to therapists consistent with the Staff Supervision Standard as delineated in the ACS 2021 Prevention Services Standards and Indicators. Elements of this include Provide weekly supervision to all therapists inclusive of coaching, support, and guidance to conduct accurate, comprehensive assessments and professional development. Document case discussions and case record reviews monthly in Supervisory Reviews for each case as well as complete Profession Development Log for each supervisee. Collaborate with all departments of ACS including FAP, DCP, OPTA, OPPP, etc., as needed to ensure the safety needs of children are being addressed. Ensure compliance with all other ACS Preventive Standards, policies and procedures related to CSEC, Safe Sleep, Cross Over Youth Practice Model, Intimate Partner Violence assessments, face‑to‑face contacts, etc. Provide Administrative Oversight (with support from the Admin Assistant) to ensure therapists comply with all agency policies and procedures, including Ensure that staff comply with agency conditions of employment related to safety protocols, attendance, hours of work/Workforce1 and use of sick, personal, vacation time, etc. Ensure that all staff meet performance standards and comply with agency standards of behavior and code of conduct. Complete performance evaluations and address performance issues in a timely and progressive manner. Completes all other tasks related to role of administrative supervisor. Site Lead Responsibilities Will be required to carry caseload of up to 3 FFT cases in order to qualify for role of site lead. Attend all FFT trainings, conference calls, staffing’s, and site visits as required. Provide weekly Individual Supervision and Group Staffing to all FFT Therapists to ensure fidelity and adherence to the FFT Model. Ensure that all cases are opened and closed in the FFT/CSS system. Ensure therapists complete all assessment tools and enter them in FFTOQ system in a timely manner. Complete all staff ratings on a weekly basis and coordinate with FFT national consultant to ensure completion of all GTRs (Global Therapist Ratings) and TYPE (Tri‑Yearly Performance Evaluations). Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Licensure in Social Work or an equivalent license required. Two years post‑Master’s clinical experience working with adolescents and families in a child welfare, mental health or juvenile justice setting. At least two years’ experience practicing as an FFT therapist and/or supervisor is preferred. Key Competencies Willingness to learn and work within the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) philosophy and model. Ability to attend the FFT Externship and Supervisor Training. Ability and willingness to work with families and teens in their own homes, and when the families are available to meet, including evenings and some weekends. Ability to work independently, as well as contribute to a team. Strong clinical and administrative skills and very good interpersonal/communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to be flexible including available on weekends and evening as required or to carry cases in another borough when needed. Computer literate including familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Power Point. Behaviors Team Player – Works well as a member of a group. Leader – Inspires teammates to follow them. Detail Oriented – Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well. Dedicated – Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity. Education Masters of Social Work (required). Experience 2 years: Experience practicing as an FFT therapist and/or supervisor (preferred). 2 years: Post‑Master’s clinical experience working with adolescents and families in a child welfare, mental health or juvenile justice setting (required). Licenses & Certifications LMHC (preferred). LCSW (preferred). LMSW (required). Skills Team Collaboration (required). Time Management (required). Safety & Incident Reporting (required). Problem Solving (required). Organizational Skills (required). Interpersonal / Communication Skills (required). Leadership (required). Decision Making (required). Critical Thinking (required). Attention to Detail (required). Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in‑person or hybrid, as determined by the department’s needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department’s processes. The position’s requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's Aid Society