FIELD SUPERVISOR

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE SUPERVISOR II (SOCIAL WORK) CIVIL SERVICE TITLE. THIS IS A PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT, WHEN A TEST BECOMES AVAILABLE IN THE SUPERVISOR II (SOCIAL WORK) TITLE, YOU MUST TAKE AND PASS THE EXAM TO REMAIN IN THE SUPERVISOR II (SOCIAL WORK) TITLE.

Domestic Violence Services (DVS) provides a variety of comprehensive immediate and long-term support services to survivors of Domestic Violence and their families. DVS provides oversight into the largest domestic shelter system in the country which provides safety and services for this vulnerable population.

This network of more than 55 emergency domestic violence shelters provides temporary emergency housing, and supportive services to over 17,500 victims of domestic violence and their children annually. DVS provides oversight and funding for the 24-hour domestic violence hotline. DVS also administers the No Violence Again (NOVA) program located at the DHS intake center, and the Domestic Violence Liaison Unit, which provides domestic violence counseling and intervention at Job Centers. DVS partners with a network of community-based organizations, that provide counseling, legal services, financial development services, and job readiness for domestic violence survivors. In addition, DVS leads a nationally recognized domestic violence primary prevention effort, the Teen Relationship Abuse Prevention Program (RAPP).

Under the direction of the Special Services Director, with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, initiative and decision-making, serves as the Field Supervisor for the Social Service staff located in Job Centers.

DVS is requesting to recruit one (1) Supervisor II (Social Work) to function as a Field Supervisor who will:

• Provide supervision to staff responsible for providing services to domestic violence shelter residents including recommending engagement plans, providing case management services, information and referrals.
• Monitor the provision of client services through periodic case audits to ensure that cases are in compliance with engagement and employment requirements and the required documentation and entries are clearly indicated.
• Collaborate with the Special Services Director on the development of procedures and control systems to ensure the appropriate service on cases.
• Prepare cases for Fair Hearings. Research cases and gather evidence and review decisions. Ensure follow-up of fair hearing decisions.
• Reviews reports. Ensure that all units are reporting information accurately and consistently.
• Identify problem areas of the operation and recommend corrective measures to the Special Services Director. Recommend changes in policy or procedures to improve services.
• Consult with unit supervisors and make decisions on emergencies or special problems.
  
  

Salary Range: $77,211 - $88,793

SUPERVISOR II SOCIAL WORK - 52632

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work and two years of full-time satisfactory experience practicing social work utilizing one, or a combination of, casework, group work and community organization methodologies, at least one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Certification/License Requirements: A valid Certified Social Worker (CSW) certificate or Licensed Master of Social Work license (LMSW) issued by the New York State Department of Education must be obtained within one year of the date of appointment. Employees who fail to obtain their CSW or LMSW within one year after appointment will automatically have their probationary period extended for no more than six months. Failure to obtain the CSW or LMSW by the end of 18 months of service will result in dismissal.
• Special Note: Section 424-a of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-care responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report. The agency has the discretion to assign a candidate who has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report to a position with no child-care responsibilities.
  
  

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.