Manager of Therapeutic Foster Care Services

1 week ago


Dobbs Ferry, New York, United States The Children's Village Full time
Job Overview

Position Summary:

This role is crucial to the Westchester Therapeutic Foster Homes initiative. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and enhancing the Westchester Therapeutic Foster Homes program. This position will oversee the Home Finding aspect and the sociotherapist functions within the program. The coordinator will manage the home finder and provide necessary support in the recruitment and retention of foster parents. Additionally, the coordinator will assist the case planning team by supervising up to one sociotherapist and managing up to two cases.

The coordinator will play a key role in MAPP training, facilitating the matching of youth with families, and supporting the transition or transfer of youth into the Westchester Therapeutic Foster Homes program. In crisis situations, the coordinator will also deliver therapeutic support to our youth and their families.

Qualifications:

  • Must possess a Master of Social Work (MSW).
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in community-based services, with substantial experience in engaging youth, families, and stakeholders within the child welfare sector.
  • At least 1 year of experience in home finding and the recruitment/training of foster parents.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with professionals, youth, and families.
  • A minimum of 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience is required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Strong organizational skills are essential.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Understanding of cultural, racial, and social issues affecting adolescents of color is necessary.
  • Ability to apply a multi-cultural approach when working with youth with special needs.
  • Capable of managing crisis situations in a therapeutic manner.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently.
  • Effective verbal communication skills are a must.
  • Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and respond to the evolving needs of the programs.

The Children's Village is committed to diversity and does not discriminate against any employee or prospective employee based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.



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