Supervisor, Children's Services-Bi-Lingual - New York, United States - Urban Resource Institute

    Urban Resource Institute
    Urban Resource Institute New York, United States

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    POSITION OVERVIEW

    MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Oversee the shelter's children's services, including infant care, after-school programming, and support groups.
    • Responsible for the supervision of the children's services staff, including Child Care Workers, Recreation Specialists, and Interns.
    • Design and implement appropriate curriculum for childcare and recreation programs to ensure that education and supportive services are provided in a structured environment.
    • Oversee children's assessments for early education, mental health counseling, medical services, and homework assistance.
    • Attend case conferences to provide input regarding children's functioning and adjustment to shelter.
    • Provide support to parents in line with best practices in child development.
    • Develop recreational activities for the childcare and recreation programs, including on-site therapeutic arts and crafts, and field trips to parks, museums, zoos and other educational experiences.
    • Develop a network of appropriate resources, including community based organizations and social services providers.
    • Coordinate with external supportive services, including the Department of Education and early education programs.
    • Manage the ordering and inventory of supplies, equipment and other materials for the childcare and recreation programs.
    • Monitor resident records for compliance and best practices, including regular review of progress notes and service plans.
    • Coordinate staff training, and other opportunities for the professional development of staff.
    • Assist with reports and program evaluation.
    • Address client complaints and conduct investigations.
    • Increase the awareness of the organization's DV services by engaging in activities such as, but not limited to, presenting at conferences and/or other speaking engagements.
    • Perform other duties as assigned by the Social Work Supervisor and Program Director.
    SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
    • Bachelor's Degree in Childhood Development, Social Services, Human Services or related field.
    • Master's Degree preferred.
    REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
    • Five (5) years of experience working with children.
    • Three (3) years of experience supervising staff.
    • Experience working with domestic violence victims.
    • Must be knowledgeable of, and sensitive to, concerns of child development, domestic violence and child abuse.
    • Must be computer-literate and must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.
    • Excellent written and verbal skills required.
    Pay Rate: $26.37/hr- $30.21/hr

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