Manager of Social Work Supported Programs - Westchester

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $78,000-$85,000

LOCATION

DOROT Westchester, located in White Plains, is a satellite location to our NYC headquarters. Working in a hybrid model, the Manager of Social Work Supported Programs will work in the White Plains office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and remotely the remaining days. Fieldwork is conducted throughout the entire work week as needed.

ABOUT DOROT

Founded in 1976, DOROT (generations in Hebrew)facilitatesa dynamic partnership between older adults, volunteers, and professionals through programs designed to combat social isolation and loneliness and bring the generations together. DOROT is dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adultstohelp them live more independentlyasvaluedcommunity members. Compassion andcommitmentto excellence are hallmarks of DOROTs programs and staff. The agency is a recognized innovative leader in mobilizing volunteers and infusing social work into its service delivery model. Ourprograms are conducted onsite, in the home, remotely and in the community.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to theRegional Director of Westchester,the Manager of Social Work Supported Programsservesas a strategic partner to the Regional DirectorandNYCpeers to address abroad array of social work and program matters.The role includes clinical and operational oversight of psycho-social in-home assessments of older adults and the Friendly Visiting program, supervision of social workers and interns and oversight forshort-term caseassistanceand crisis intervention.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to the overall success of the Westchester regional office by being a dynamic, thoughtful, and conscientious leaderthatdemonstratesclinicalexpertiseand creativity in program development and operations.

• Work withDOROTsManhattan -basedConstituent andCommunityServices(CCS)teamon a routine basis to ensure programmatic partnership, continuity of practice, and important synergies among portfolios and staff teams.

• Develop and supportagency and regional officegoalsandlead new strategic opportunitiesthat arise.

• Encourage, track, and share constituent stories to support the agencys work to elevate our impact with our constituents for a variety of purposes.

• Represent DOROT at professional meetings/conferences and networking eventsand buildproductiverelationships with community partners and aging service professionals.

PRIMARY PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manageandoverseesocial worksupportedprogrammingand servicesfor the Westchester regional office,with a focus on institutional excellence and strategic vision.

• • Support the refinement, understandingofand compliance withteamoperations,social work best practices,andpolicies in both independent and teamwork.This includes partnership with the Regional Director of Westchester and the CCS Director to:

• • • Refine and manage workflow to meet portfolio priorities in partnership

• • • Codify program protocols andestablishprogrammatic enhancements and efficiencies.

• • Be a partner to theWestchesterProgram Coordinatorwho overseesthe Package Delivery and Birthday RevelerVisitingPrograms

• • Inspire, mentor, and oversee a team of social workers responsible for Home Assessment, Friendly Visiting, and other social engagement programs ensuring the best possible service delivery and support for current and prospective DOROT constituents.

• • Provide clinical supervision of LMSW social workers pursuing their LCSW through the state of NY andMSW intern as well asprogrammatic supervisionofundergraduatecollege interns

• Managekey operational components ofWestchesterssocial work programming and services:

• • WithAdvancement,provide content and program metrics for funding proposals/reports and marketing materials.

• • WithProgram Impact,enhance program impact tools including feedback forms and surveys.

• Provision and delegation ofassessment and response to the caseassistanceneeds of older adults, caregivers, and volunteers whorequireadditionaland focused social work support

• Carry asmallcaseload of high-need constituents

• Ensuretimelyandaccuratecollection, tracking, maintenanceof participation data and related interactions/engagements inbothDOROTs online database (Salesforce based) andtheNYS Peer Place Database. This involves routine case notes and data entry; consistent review of statistics; and coordination with the Program Coordinator on monthly and annual grant reports for the Westchester Department of Senior Programs and Services.

• Otherprojects asassigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An LCSW with a minimum of 5 years professional social work experience, demonstrating an increasing level of responsibility; SIFI preferred
• Passion for DOROTs mission
  
• A proven track record of managing a social work cohort, with at least 3 years ofexperience as a social work supervisor

• Direct experience with and comprehensive understanding of the field of aging and social workbest practices
• Demonstrated experience fostering a spirit of collaboration with staff during both routine and transformational periods, and capacity to address challenges with flexibility, sensitivity, and creativity

• Ability to empower others to achieve results
  
• Capacity to think strategically, take initiative, and problem solve while incorporating sound clinical judgment

• Knowledge of and experience in working with community network of aging services, ideally in Westchester County
  
• Experience in recruiting new clients and volunteers, and keeping them engaged post recruitment is strongly preferred
• Experience in effectively utilizing metrics to inform and improve program goals
• Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills
  
• Availability to work up to approximately 5 Sundays per year for programs or events that may not be within the regular scope of work.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office 365 Suite; familiarity with Salesforceand Peer Placea plus.

WHY WORK WITH US

At DOROT, we believe that the power of connection can be transformative. Working with us means that you will have:

• The ability to make an impact. DOROT is a mission-driven organization filled with passionate people focused on having a positive impact on the lives of our clients.
  
• Generous time off.DOROT offers20 daysof vacation per year, 10 paid Federal holidays and up to as many as 13 paid Jewish holidays, as well as early office closures on Fridays. We also provide fully paid Parental Leave and other generous Leave policies.
  
• Healthcare benefits. Medical, vision, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, and more. We offer a choice ofbenefits to ensure that you and your family are taken care of.
  
• Support to plan for your future.DOROT currently offers all employees an opportunity to participate in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan immediately upon hire. Additionally, DOROT will make discretionary quarterly contributions to eligible employees 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan in the quarter following completion of 2 years of service with eligibility for increasing contributions for employees with more than 5 and more than 10 years of service.

This position is exempt, and candidates can expect an annual base salary between $78,000 - $85,000 commensuratewith experience.

Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.

It is the policy of DOROT, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals for employment or advancement without discrimination because of race, color, religion creed, political association, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, pregnancy, handicap disability, genetic, genetic characteristics, or other protected status.