Senior Socio-Therapist Supervisor | Hybrid

MercyFirst; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403B retirement benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

MercyFirst in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Socio-Therapist Supervisor to lead the socio-therapists delivering behavioral support to foster care children. You will oversee case plans, collaborate with case planning units, and ensure safety, permanency and well-being for children in care.

The role emphasizes compassionate supervision, cross-team coordination and adherence to agency standards within an Enhanced Family Foster Care context.

Qualifications

• Licensed Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• 2+ years of related supervisory work in child welfare.
• 2+ years of foster care experience.
• Knowledge of child development stages.
• Knowledge of family dynamics.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Commitment to MercyFirst values, Sanctuary Commitments and DEIB.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, supervise and evaluate all assigned staff.
• Assess safety, permanency and well-being on cases.
• Match and assign cases to socio-therapists.
• Coordinate monthly staff meetings.
• Participate in relevant meetings and PQI activities.
• Support development of treatment goals and behavior plans.
• Monitor progress of treatment plans and staff.
• Document supervisory progress in Connections.
• Ensure field visits to clients’ homes, schools and centers.
• Maintain regular contact with children and families to support outcomes.
• Ensure required services are in place and documented.

Skills

Communication skills

Client engagement

Driver's license

DEIB commitment

Education

Licensed Master’s Degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

MercyFirst in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Socio-Therapist Supervisor to lead the socio-therapists delivering behavioral support to foster care children. You will oversee case plans, collaborate with case planning units, and ensure safety, permanency and well-being for children in care.

The role emphasizes compassionate supervision, cross-team coordination and adherence to agency standards within an Enhanced Family Foster Care context.