Foster Care Socio-Therapist Lead & Supervisor

SCO Family of Service; Deer Park (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SCO Family of Service is seeking an EFFC Socio-therapist Supervisor in Long Island to lead a team of socio-therapists serving youth in foster care. The role requires oversight of treatment plans, documentation, and collaboration with foster families and healthcare providers.

Responsibilities include ensuring regulatory compliance, attending trainings, and supporting staff with caseload management. A Master’s degree in Social Work and NYS driver license are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; MSW preferred and 2+ years in child welfare.
• Background clearances and fingerprinting required.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and Connections.
• Bilingual abilities strongly encouraged.
• Valid NYS Driver License is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Socio-therapists to ensure adherence to agency and regulatory policies.
• Ensure initial treatment plans are completed within 30 days of assignment.
• Conduct regular face-to-face contacts with children on caseload.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in Connections (within 7 business days).
• Engage children in socialization activities and community-based programs.
• Collaborate with foster and birth parents to support treatment goals.
• Attend trainings including Core Case Planning and TRIPP; pursue external trainings as needed.
• Intervene in crises to stabilize families and children.
• Assist in court appearances when necessary.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to treatment planning.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Bilingual abilities

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

MSW preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Connections

Job description

SCO Family of Service is seeking an EFFC Socio-therapist Supervisor in Long Island to lead a team of socio-therapists serving youth in foster care. The role requires oversight of treatment plans, documentation, and collaboration with foster families and healthcare providers.

Responsibilities include ensuring regulatory compliance, attending trainings, and supporting staff with caseload management. A Master’s degree in Social Work and NYS driver license are required.