Mental Health Supervisor, Child Welfare Programs

NYC Administration for Children's Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) is seeking a Supervisor II in Social Services to lead a team within the Mental Health Coordination Unit (MHCU). You will oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and coordinate data reporting and cross-system collaboration to support foster care and child welfare services.

The role emphasizes supervision, policy guidance, and coordination with hospitals, clinicians, and state agencies, with a focus on safeguarding children and families in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; two years of social casework experience, supervisory capacity preferred.
• MSW degree and licensure (LCSW/LMSW) preferred.
• Knowledge of mental health and hospital systems and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team and manage daily unit operations, including workload and scheduling.
• Prepare and submit reports to senior admins and funders; conduct presentations.
• Provide case-specific consultation and advocacy; coordinate cross-system collaboration.

Education

Baccalaureate degree

MSW preferred

Tools

Connections

LTS

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

The NYC Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) is seeking a Supervisor II in Social Services to lead a team within the Mental Health Coordination Unit (MHCU). You will oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and coordinate data reporting and cross-system collaboration to support foster care and child welfare services.

The role emphasizes supervision, policy guidance, and coordination with hospitals, clinicians, and state agencies, with a focus on safeguarding children and families in