Conference Facilitator

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a full-time position with the Administration for Children's Services (ACS), Department of DCP Family Team Conferencing, located in the Bronx. The Office of Family Team Conferencing facilitates a continuum of conferences to support Child Protection divisional best practices. The role focuses on family support, well-being, child safety, risk, and permanency, ensuring appropriate safety decisions and plans are developed to prevent removal when safe, or to decide on the best suitable out-of-home placement through the exploration of familial and fictive kin resources. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Attend and facilitate all scheduled Family Team Conferences focusing on child safety, risk, well-being, permanency, and family support. - Address critical issues and concerns of the child, family, provider agencies, divisional partners, and Family Court during conferences. - Utilize decision-making processes involving key stakeholders to make recommendations for referrals and resources. - Prepare and complete administrative functions, including timely documentation of conferences, data, action plans, and related reports. - Complete Expedited Home study packages (5300 series) with kinship resources in the community. - Make DOAS requests for items to support children in kinship resource homes. - Request Emergency Funds or Miscellaneous Reimbursement Payments for kin resources caring for children. - Interface with interagency critical support resources (e.g., clinical consultation team, MCHU, Investigative Consultants) to identify safety barriers and concerns. - Provide case conferencing and consultation, including consulting with FCLS attorneys regarding the legal posture of cases and relevant court orders. - Provide conferencing in the family's natural community when appropriate, necessary, and safe. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work and one of the following: 1. A valid New York State Registration as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and at least one year of full-time, satisfactory, post-graduate experience in facilitation of family team conferences, clinical group work, or professional training related to child and family services. 2. A valid New York State Registration as a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) and at least three years of the experience required in option 1 (up to two years may be in supervision). 3. At least three years of the experience required in option 1. A valid NYS LCSW or LMSW must be obtained within one year of appointment. Note: At least one year of the required experience must have been obtained in the last five years. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Exam Requirement: An exam may be required. Candidates are strongly encouraged to take and pass the next open competitive exam for this civil service title to avoid being bumped when the eligible list is established. - Licensure Deadline: Failure to obtain the LCSW or LMSW within one year of appointment may result in a probationary extension (up to six months) or dismissal. - Residency: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. Certain employees with 2 continuous years of City service may be eligible to reside in specific surrounding counties. SELECTION PROCESS Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications and experience. Permanent Child and Family Specialists are encouraged to apply. Passing the open competitive civil service exam is highly recommended to secure the position long-term. HOW TO APPLY Apply through the official City of New York employment portal using Job ID 784399. The posting is open until 09/30/2026. Qualified persons with a disability eligible for the 55-a Program must indicate this at the top of their resume and cover letter. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Employer: Administration for Children's Services (ACS) - Department: DCP Family Team Conferencing - Work Location: 1200 Waters Place, Bronx, NY - Employment Type: Full-Time - Experience Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) - Job Level: 00 - Number of Positions: 4 - Category: Social Services - Benefits: May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and state repayment assistance programs. - Equal Opportunity: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce free from discrimination and harassment.