Trauma Therapist

Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous PTO

Job summary

JCCGCI's Trauma Recovery Center seeks a Trauma Therapist to deliver clinical and case management services to survivors of violence and trauma. Responsibilities include in-office and home-based therapy, assessments, and coordinated care with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires NY licensure (LMSW/LCSW/LMHC/LMFT or equivalent), a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling, and experience with trauma. Position is on-site, 35 hours/week, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Licensed in NY as LMSW/LCSW/LMHC/LMFT or equivalent.
• Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling or related field.
• Experience with survivors of violent crime and trauma.
• Multicultural competence and training, including critical race theory.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-office therapy to adults and families, with home visits as needed.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop quarterly service plans.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including TRC staff and external entities.
• Develop and facilitate groups for participants.
• Monitor treatment, ensure documentation, and coordinate services.

Skills

Licensed Social Worker

Clinical case management

Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

Education

Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Location 1906 Mermaid Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11224, United States
• Base Pay $77,000.00 - $85,000.00 / Year

The Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island's Trauma Recovery Center (JCCGCI's TRC) is dedicated to promoting equality, justice, and healing in our community. We are committed to providing support and resources to individuals affected by violence and trauma. Our mission is to create a safe and inclusive environment that fosters healing and growth.

The Trauma Therapist will play a vital role in delivering therapeutic and clinical case management services. The ideal candidate will possess strong case management skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to work effectively with survivors of violent crimes and trauma. The Trauma Therapist will provide ongoing mental health and case management services and monitor their assigned caseload while ensuring the proper coordination of all services.

Responsibilities:

• Provide in-office therapeutic counseling to adults and families, with home visits as needed.
• Provide culturally responsive (trauma-informed and social justice lens) comprehensive assessments and develop quarterly service plans for individuals and families.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team including but not limited to TRC staff, outreach workers, health educators, law enforcement etc.
• Develop and facilitate groups designed to meet the needs of participants.
• Monitor participants' treatment and comply with all required documentation.
• Ensure continuity of services for participants and collaborate with external aid sources.
• Train community leaders in mental health facilitation.
• Present clinical issues and research found at the center to community groups.
• Special projects as required.

Qualifications:

• Licensed: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent by the state of New York.
• Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling or related field.
• Experience working with survivors of violent crime and trauma.
• Multicultural competence and training, including but not limited to critical race theory.
• Specialty and training in psychological trauma and PTSD.
• Excellent writing skills, and ability to submit documentation on a set timeline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and the ability to learn electronic submission software.
• Cultural humility, empathy, agility, and respect consistent with the TRC's Core Values
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Bilingual Spanish and English preferred.

Full-Time, 35 hours per week and On-Site

Pay: $77,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually

Comprehensive benefits package, and generous PTO policy

JCCGCI Inc. is an EOE

People of color are encouraged to apply.