Trauma-Informed Domestic Violence Social Worker

Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Education loan forgiveness

Job summary

The Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services invites applications for a Social Worker in the Domestic Violence program. You will provide counseling, psychosocial assessments, and referrals to support residents from emergency housing toward stable housing.

You will work as part of a collaborative team, document progress, and participate in case conferences and staff trainings. Experience with trauma-informed care and anti-racist practice is valued.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work is required or equivalent.
• LMSW or LCSW preferred.
• Experience in human services or DV programs is valued.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of residents and provide DV program counseling.
• Complete psychosocial and intake assessments.
• Develop safety plans and provide individual/family counseling.
• Coordinate referrals to medical, mental health, and substance use services.
• Document resident interactions and progress regularly.

Skills

Engagement

Assessment

Crisis de-escalation

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Masters in Social Work

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

The Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services invites applications for a Social Worker in the Domestic Violence program. You will provide counseling, psychosocial assessments, and referrals to support residents from emergency housing toward stable housing.

You will work as part of a collaborative team, document progress, and participate in case conferences and staff trainings. Experience with trauma-informed care and anti-racist practice is valued.