Counselor, Children and Families Services Program

Sanctuary For Families, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 68.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement contribution

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Student loan assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Wellness program

Zusammenfassung

Sanctuary for Families in New York, NY seeks a counselor to provide assessment, counseling, advocacy, and referrals to child witnesses and teen survivors of gender-based violence. You will work with the clinical team to deliver trauma-informed, survivor-centered services and emphasize safety, respect, and dignity.

This role requires collaboration with multiple sites and to support families. The position is full-time, salaried, offering a hybrid schedule and benefits; salary ranges from $68,429

Qualifikationen

• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT or similar degree.

Aufgaben

• Complete clinical assessments and treatment plans.
• Provide mental health services for children and teens (0-21) including short-term counseling and crisis intervention.
• Collaborate with other Sanctuary for Families sites to provide holistic services.
• Advocate for families/individuals to ensure access to appropriate services.
• Demonstrate competence in CPP and TF-CBT modalities.
• Develop relationships with children and families.
• Facilitate clinical groups (e.g., parenting skills).
• Participate in team/agency meetings and supervision.
• Complete case notes and reports timely.
• Assist with children’s room coverage to support services.
• Conduct outreach and training on gender-based and domestic violence.

Kenntnisse

Bilingual English & Spanish

Experience with DV survivors

Group facilitation

Microsoft Office

Ausbildung

Social work degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Position Overview

the counselor will provide assessment, counseling, advocacy, and referral services to child witnesses of gender-based violence and survivors of teen dating violence. They will work with the clinical team to provide holistic, trauma-informed, survivor-centered clinical services. They will utilize a trauma-informed approach to promote clients’ rights and provide services in a manner that emphasizes safety, respect, and dignity. They will provide strength-based guidance and work to resolve the impact of gender-based violence in their young lives.. .

Responsibilities

• Complete clinical assessments and treatment plans;.
• Provide mental health services for children and teens (from 0-21 years old) including short term individual counseling and crisis intervention with individuals and their families;.
• Collaborate with staff at other Sanctuary for Families sites to provide holistic services;.
• Advocate for and assist families/individuals in the negotiation of service delivery system to ensure receipt of appropriate clinical and related services;.
• Demonstrate competence in evidence-based modalities such as CPP (Child Parent Psychotherapy) and TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy);.
• Develop effective relationships with children and families;.
• Facilitate appropriate clinical groups for clients, including, but not limited to, parenting skills groups;.
• Participate in team and agency meetings, individual supervisory meetings, case conferences and other meetings as requested;.
• Complete all appropriate paperwork, including case notes and reports, in a timely manner;.
• Assist with children’s room coverage to support team in providing services to families seeking services;.
• Conduct outreach and training related to gender based and domestic violence;.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor;.
• Provide support and supervision to MSW interns as needed..
• Hybrid work requirement with both remote and in-person formats.. .

Requirements

• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT or similar degree..
• A minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience with victims of domestic violence, including work with children..
• Bilingual English and Spanish required..
• Experience providing counseling and supportive services to domestic violence survivors and their families required..
• Experience facilitating support groups and dynamic community workshops required..
• Ability to work flexible hours, a mix of hybrid and remote work, and at least 2 evenings a week..
• Interest in working with clients from diverse backgrounds..
• Computer literate in Microsoft applications required..

Budgeted Salary

$ 68,429 - $75,588 per year; based on experience pursuant to wage scale in accordance with collective bargaining agreement

Work Position

Full-time; Salaried/ Exempt

Work Schedule

Work schedule is currently hybrid; must be able to meet job location schedule obligation's

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer retirement contribution.
• Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, Sick).
• Generous Leave Policy.
• Flexible spending account / Health savings account.
• Student loan assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement program.
• Wellness program and rewards.

Sanctuary for Families is a welcoming workplace. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex,. national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status or domestic violence victim status, and other categories protected under. Federal, New York state or New York city laws.. Survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Experience: Required

Languages: Spanish – Advanced

Employment: Full-time

Salary: $68,429 – $75,588 yearly

Starting time: Immediate start!

About Sanctuary for Families

Sanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence. Every year, Sanctuary empowers thousands of adults and children to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability, transforming lives through a comprehensive range of services. We provide a range of wrap-around services to help survivors rebuild their lives in the aftermath of abuse, and work to end gender violence through three key strategies: direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy. Our services are available in 12 locations throughout New York City.