Senior Supervisor, Wellness & Aging Programs

University Settlement Society of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Settlement Society of New York in New York City seeks a qualified Social Work Supervisor for Wellness Together program serving homebound older adults. The role involves supervising casework staff and MSW students, ensuring high-quality, compliant services, and developing care and treatment plans with direct reports.

Candidates must have LMSW, 1-3 years aging in field, supervisory experience preferred, and bilingual abilities like English/Spanish or English/Cantonese.

Qualifications

• LMSW is required.
• SIFI Certificate is preferred or eligible to earn.
• 1–3 years of experience in aging required.
• At least one year of supervisory and/or management experience preferred.
• Bilingual skills in English/Spanish, English/Cantonese, or English/Mandarin are a plus; language needs vary by program.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Program Director to ensure high-quality services and contract compliance.
• Provide individual and group supervision to casework staff and MSW students as assigned by the Director.
• Oversee the development and provision of service plans, treatment plans, staff and client interactions, and regular casework documentation by direct reports to ensure high-quality and impactful services are delivered in an effective and timely manner to homebound older adults.
• Maintain working knowledge of geriatric social work practice standards and theory and incorporate into clinical practice.
• Carry a reduced caseload as needed to provide coverage.
• Maintain working knowledge of resources for older adults.
• Support conducting intensive outreach.
• Support intake and assessment of clients as needed.
• Support the development and implementation of supplement services offered by the program and external providers.
• Collaborate with external partners and leaders in the field of aging to enhance program offerings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

LMSW

SIFI Certificate

Eligible to earn LMSW

Job description

University Settlement Society of New York in New York City seeks a qualified Social Work Supervisor for Wellness Together program serving homebound older adults. The role involves supervising casework staff and MSW students, ensuring high-quality, compliant services, and developing care and treatment plans with direct reports.

Candidates must have LMSW, 1-3 years aging in field, supervisory experience preferred, and bilingual abilities like English/Spanish or English/Cantonese.