Social Worker, LMSW Supervisor

HANAC, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

HANAC, Inc., a New York City–based social services organization, is seeking a Social Worker LMSW Supervisor to lead a 159-unit HPD Senior Affordable Rental Apartment (SARA) program for seniors 62+ with low income.

The supervisor will oversee staff, coordinate mental health and crisis responses, manage budgeting and payroll, and report to funders, while connecting tenants to community services such as food assistance and free tax preparation.

Qualifications

• Must have LSW or MSW in any related field.
• 2–5 years working directly with clients.
• Crisis Intervention Skills.
• Ability to document and report all social service contracts and make appropriate referrals.
• Ability to understand the problems of older adults, minority and disadvantaged groups.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the program and ensure services are provided where needed.
• Guide staff regarding mental, emotional and behavioral health concerns and make referrals where appropriate; intervene as needed.
• Guide staff in managing emergency situations and intervene when crisis warrants it.
• Foster connections with community providers and inform tenants about services available, including food pantry and free tax preparation.
• Oversee the development of the program to encourage social interaction and form a sense of community among tenants.
• Develop relationships with Property Management staff to better assist tenants with issues as they arise.
• Maintain contact with funding source and provide monthly report.
• Manage annual program budget, payroll for staff, and find training opportunities for staff.
• Order supplies as needed.
• Review staff documentation to ensure accuracy.

Education

LSW or MSW

Job description

Social Worker, LMSW Supervisor
Employment Type: Full-time
Annual Salary: $78,174.04
Work schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm (1-hour unpaid lunch)
Location: 161-11 132nd Avenue, Jamaica NY 11434

HANAC, Inc. – originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee – is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.

Job Summary

The program supervisor will supervise staff at a 159-unit HPD Senior Affordable Rental Apartment (SARA) Program for seniors 62+ years of age with low income, some of whom were formerly homeless.

Essential duties include but are not limited to:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the program and ensure services are provided where needed
• Guide staff regarding mental, emotional and behavioral health concerns and make referrals where appropriate; intervene as needed
• Guide staff in managing emergency situations and intervene when crisis warrants it
• Foster connections with community providers and inform tenants about services available, including food pantry and free tax preparation
• Oversee the development of the program to encourage social interaction and form a sense of community among tenants
• Develop relationships with Property Management staff to better assist tenants with issues as they arise
• Maintain contact with funding source and provide monthly report
• Manage annual program budget, payroll for staff, and find training opportunities for staff
• Order supplies as needed
• Review staff documentation to ensure accuracy

Qualifications

• Must have LSW or MSW, in any related field
• 2 - 5 years working directly with clients
• Counseling Experience
• Ability to meet goals in a timely manner
• Experience as Coordinator of Social Services
• Crisis Intervention Skills
• Ability to document and report all social service contracts and make appropriate referrals
• Ability to understand the problems of older adults, minority and disadvantaged groups
• Ability to produce documents written in the English language using proper sentence, punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
• Willingness to stay current in the field by attending seminars, training and relevant community events