DREAM

Director of Family Social Work

New York, NY - Multi-Site · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$125k-$140kDetected 20 days ago

Stakeholder ManagementLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools -growing our organization's impact and leveling the playing field for all children.
Through direct services, oversight of case management, and coordination of the work of Family Social Workers across our network, the Director of K-12 Family Services will ensure excellent outcomes for all DREAM families.
The incoming annual salary range for this position is $125,000 - $140,000.

Systems Design and Implementation
Build, manage, implement, and scale network-wide systems and structures to provide high-quality case management to families in need
Lead through others to enact strategies that support families, ensuring their short and long-term needs are met
Establish metrics, monitor outcomes, and use data to assess impact, drive continuous improvement, and inform strategic decision-making.
Relationship and Community Building
Secure and maintain long-term partnerships with CBOs and service providers to support families
Train others on fostering and maintaining strong relationships in support of families
Oversee and develop Family Social Workers' ability to effectively manage the implementation Family Services at their school, serving as their "dotted line" coach
Train and develop others on a philosophy of Family Services as created by the Managing Director of Community Impact
A variety of support through our employee assistance program (EAP);

Proven success coordinating services across campuses and driving work through others;
Experience using and training others on case management, referral, and data systems;
Master's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a similar field, required
experience coordinating these supports across a school network, highly preferred
Strong understanding of issues impacting historically underserved communities, including economic mobility, housing stability, healthcare access, and civic engagement
Adaptive & inspirational leader, able to effectively influence and engage various stakeholders
Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage families, community leaders, and organizational partners
Ability to operate with clear vision while also ensuring strong execution and follow-through in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community.

5+ years of previous case management and community services experience, required
2+ years of team and people leadership experience, required
experience managing Social Workers or similar staff, highly preferred;
Experience working at the Network leadership level in a high-performing charter school, highly preferred;
Bilingual (Spanish/English), highly preferred;

DREAM offers a competitive salary commensurate with relevant experience.
The incoming annual salary range for this position is $125,000 - $140,000.
New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary closer to the start of the range depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.
All regular employees receive annual compensation increases and have the opportunity to earn both performance- and tenure-based bonuses.
Because we value tenure in each role, our salary ranges are not capped.
DREAM Maxims All Kids Can.

Flexible Medical Health Plans, subsidizing the majority of costs for the employee, their spouse/domestic partner and children;
The ability to select between a variety of medical plans according to what best suits the employee's needs;
Dental and vision plans;
Disability benefits;
Life insurance;
Up to 12 weeks fully paid of Parental Leave;
Flexible spending account options;
Pre-tax commuter benefits (parking and transit);
Fitness and entertainment discounts;
403(b) retirement plan with employer match starting at 4% after one year, with increases tied to DREAM tenure;
Tuition reimbursement support;

If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter.

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