Youth & Family Engagement Facilitator

NYC Administration for Children's Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Administration for Children’s Services is seeking a Family Engagement Facilitator to support youth and families, lead family team conferences, and coordinate with ACS divisions and contracted providers. The role emphasizes alignment with DYFJ goals and evidence-based engagement practices.

You will facilitate meetings across the five boroughs, ensure accurate documentation, and apply state and city policies to service plans and outcomes. A Master’s in Social Work and NY licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited school.
• Valid NY State LCSW or LMSW license or must be obtained within one year of appointment.
• Experience facilitating family team conferences and group decision-making processes.
• Knowledge of child welfare and juvenile justice systems.
• Residency requirements for NYC civil service may apply.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate planning, support meetings and end of placement conferences using the DYFJ model across five boroughs.
• Participate in planning conferences to ensure service plans reflect ACS values and standards.
• Coordinate with internal divisions and contracted providers to maintain open communication and fidelity to processes.
• Provide recommendations to providers regarding referrals and resources.
• Complete administrative functions including timely documentation and data entry of planning meetings.

Skills

Facilitation

Family engagement

Group conferencing

Communication skills

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

NY State LCSW/LMSW license

Tools

Microsoft Access

Excel

Word

Job description

NYC Administration for Children’s Services is seeking a Family Engagement Facilitator to support youth and families, lead family team conferences, and coordinate with ACS divisions and contracted providers. The role emphasizes alignment with DYFJ goals and evidence-based engagement practices.

You will facilitate meetings across the five boroughs, ensure accurate documentation, and apply state and city policies to service plans and outcomes. A Master’s in Social Work and NY licensure are required.