Clinical Social Work Supervisor

Job Title: Clinical Social Work Supervisor

Department: Family Resource Center at Manny Cantor Center

Supervisor: Director, Social Work Services and the Family Resource Center

Organization Overview

Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. We are proud of our legacy as a Jewish organization and we provide high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan’s Lower East Side and East Village. As we have for 130 years, we offer best-in-class programming–now across 15 sites—focusing on a mix of education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement. The Family Resource Center (FRC) at Manny Cantor Center is a welcoming space where individuals and families can define and explore what “better” might look and feel like in their lives. The trained Social Work staff at the FRC work with Lower East Side community members, in their native language, whenever possible, to help make that “better” a reality. Social Workers are thought partners who offer resources, counseling and problem-solving support as community members work towards their goals. The FRC is a space where families and individuals will find hope, aid, and encouragement. All are welcome. The FRC provides a range of services including legal, housing, employment, advocacy, citizenship, parenting, ESOL, and counseling resources and supports.

Job Purpose

The Clinical Social Work Supervisor will provide case management and evidence-based therapy to individuals and families, with a focus on children and their caregivers. Using a whole-person, relationship-focused approach, the Clinical Social Work Supervisor will address clients’ emotional, behavioral, and practical needs, offering tailored interventions to help stabilize and strengthen families. This role involves short-term therapy, including play-based techniques, to support emotional growth in children. The CSWS will also supervise junior staff and interns, facilitate clinical programming based on community needs, and collaborate with internal departments and external partners to deliver comprehensive services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client intakes, needs assessments, and develop intervention strategies.
• Provide short-term therapy, including play therapy, to children and families.
• Facilitate group sessions and workshops addressing community needs.
• Supervise two social work interns annually and provide clinical supervision to junior staff.
• Coordinate referrals and advocate for client access to external services.
• Collaborate with other departments to connect families to holistic resources.
• Respond to crises with safety assessments and management strategies.
• Create and implement clinical programs informed by community needs.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including case notes.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and outreach efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work (LCSW).
• Proven experience working with children and families, including play-based therapeutic techniques.
• Knowledge of community risk factors such as homelessness, intimate partner violence, and substance use.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Familiarity with the Lower Manhattan community and resources preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish or Mandarin is a plus.

Benefits:

• Generous PTO Policy
• Competitive Salary
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• 403b Retirement Plans
• Discount Perks for Movies, Broadway Shows, and Amusement Parks, Etc.
• Free Gym Membership to our Manny Cantor Center Gym & 14TH ST Y Gym
• Discounts to programs at Educational Alliance

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position

EEO Info

Educational Alliance is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Educational Alliance takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Educational Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For further information about Educational Alliance, please visit https://edalliance.org.