Domestic Violence Social Worker – NoVA & Shelter Support

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NoVA/ PATH program experience

Job summary

HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES in New York City seeks two Social Workers to staff the NoVA/PATH program, providing crisis intervention, short-term trauma counseling, and safety planning. You will screen and assess eligibility for DV shelter, provide on-site counseling, make referrals, and maintain case records while coordinating with DHS and community partners.

A Master's in Social Work and LMSW or LCSW license within one year are required. NYC residency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license within one year of appointment.
• New York City residency preferred within 90 days of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site counseling services to clients and conduct crisis intervention.
• Screen and assess eligibility for DV shelter placement and make appropriate referrals.
• Maintain case records and coordinate with DHS/DVS partners; participate in case conferences.
• Provide advocacy services and outreach to survivors of domestic violence.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Assessment

Counseling

Advocacy

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES in New York City seeks two Social Workers to staff the NoVA/PATH program, providing crisis intervention, short-term trauma counseling, and safety planning. You will screen and assess eligibility for DV shelter, provide on-site counseling, make referrals, and maintain case records while coordinating with DHS and community partners.

A Master's in Social Work and LMSW or LCSW license within one year are required. NYC residency is preferred.