Supervisor - Center for Youth Development Gateway-Longview, Inc. - 2.9 Buffalo, NY Job Details Full-time $46,800 - $55,850 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Confidential information handling Customer service Driver's License Working with families Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Clinical social work

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Job Title:

Supervisor - Center for

Youth Development Department:

Center for

Youth Development Position Summary:

Supervises the YES/IL and Foster Care Alumni staff and also will be responsible for the referrals and intakes for the programs under the Center for Youth Development including SILP, YES/IL and Foster Care Alumni. This supervisor will also maintain a small caseload for foster care alumni as needed to ensure the program are supported and services are administered appropriately. Department Gateway Longview's Community Based Services supports children, youth, and families throughout the community. The objective of the program is to strengthen the family unit or the child's system of care, continually working toward the overall goal of permanency and stability for all children. A full team of Foster Care staff also works to certify and support foster, adoptive, and kinship families throughout the region. Agency Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. Benefits Gateway Longview takes pride in offering an amazing benefits package to take care of our most important asset- our employees! We offer medical, dental and vision plan insurance effective the first of the month following hire date, flexible spending accounts, wellness program, employee assistance program, a 403B retirement plan, flexible working options, & several more offers. In addition to receiving up to 11 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays, employees can earn up to 33 days of PTO each year, with the opportunity to start using PTO after hire date. Compensation $46,800 - $55,850 per year offers based on education and years of experience Hours/Schedule Full-Time, Monday- Friday on-call responsibility Professional Development Opportunities Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline. Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities Oversee the services and administration of the FCA Services while maintaining a part time case load providing direct services to the FCA clients. Oversee the intake of the Center For Youth Development. Ensure that casework services fully comply with client needs and regulatory requirements. Ensure the staff's accurate, timely, comprehensive recording and filing of all components of the case record. Ensure effective strength based services are being provided by the caseworkers to the youth serviced and therapeutic treatment goals are established, monitored and supported. Ensure effective strength based services are being provided by the caseworkers to the youth serviced and therapeutic treatment goals are established, monitored and supported. Work directly with CYD staff and other program areas to ensure continuity of therapeutic services and model correct treatment modalities Create a professional work environment through direct supervision of YES, IL and Foster Care Alumni Staff. Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with the clients that are responsive to their needs and are in accordance with the established treatment plan. Utilize Solution-Focused Trauma-Informed Care Approaches in work with clients and colleagues. Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must have excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented Ability to work independently and be an enthusiastic team player Must have a high degree of discretion dealing with confidential information Demonstrated competence and knowledge of clinical issues of emotionally disturbed children and their families Ability to work effectively with clients, staff, families, and community contacts Qualifications Social Worker or Counselor with 5 years' experience and demonstrated competence and knowledge of clinical issues of emotionally disturbed children and their families. Preferred 2-3 years in a supervisory capacity in a related field. Valid New York State driver's license and adequate auto insurance. Ability to work effectively with clients, families, staff and community contacts from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Specialized training in trauma treatment preferred An EEO/AA Agency We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.