Foster Care Unit Supervisor - Remote/Flexible

Rising Ground; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO including holidays, sick time, and

Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days

Remote / flexible work options

Job summary

Rising Ground in the Bronx, NY, seeks a Unit Supervisor for a full-time professional position overseeing case planning staff and ensuring high-quality services for birth families, children, and foster parents.

The role focuses on supervising workflows, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advancing reunification and permanency goals within the child welfare system. Strong MSW-related credentials and NYC work readiness are required.

Qualifications

• MSW or MS/MA in related human service field and 2-3 years post master’s experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Computer proficient; knowledge of Connections.

Responsibilities

• Weekly supervision of assigned staff including providing guidance.
• Ensure compliance with ACS and NYS DSS regulations while delivering high-impact services for expedited permanency.
• Monitor and participate in Family Team Conferences; assess workers relationships with clients and systems.
• Monthly review of progress notes and casework contacts for each caseload; review FASPs, Permanency Hearing Reports, and all written materials.
• Monthly unit meetings with case planners to disseminate information.
• Attend manager’s meetings and participate in in-service training.
• Handle emergencies for case planners and other supervisors.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer proficiency

Education

MSW or MS/MA in related field

Tools

Connections

Job description

Rising Ground in the Bronx, NY, seeks a Unit Supervisor for a full-time professional position overseeing case planning staff and ensuring high-quality services for birth families, children, and foster parents.

The role focuses on supervising workflows, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advancing reunification and permanency goals within the child welfare system. Strong MSW-related credentials and NYC work readiness are required.