Sanctuary for Families
Counselor, Non-Residential Services
Sanctuary for Families, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job Type
Full-time
Description
ABOUT US
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.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The
Counselor
will provide ongoing and trauma-informed comprehensive counseling services to adult survivors of domestic violence, trafficking, and/or other forms of gender violence. Services will be geared toward non-shelter clients living in the community, including a large percentage of Spanish-speaking clients. Assist clients in moving toward managing their trauma, and understanding the impact of domestic violence on their lives and that of their children; help them to reach economic stability through case management, advocacy, and referral if necessary, to organizations providing such services. Opportunity to work in supportive, team-oriented environments in lower Manhattan.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducts evidence-based assessments and psychosocial interviews for adult survivors of domestic violence, trafficking, and other forms of gender-based violence.Provides comprehensive trauma-informed individual/group counseling services with a trauma and strengths-based perspective to help clients process, cope, and heal from experiences of gender-based violence.Provides safety planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, case management, and referrals to other related services as needed.Provides affidavits and testimony for immigration and other legal purposes.Conducts trauma-related and domestic violence outreach and training to community organizations and institutionsMaintains accurate case records and utilizes internal database systems to track direct services to clients and outreach events.Performs other duties as requested by the supervisor.Organizational Relationships
Maintains a network of contacts with other Social Service Agencies.Collaborates with and refers to external counseling programs when appropriate.Interacts and maintains open communication with clinical and other staff from the Family Justice Centers (FJC).Works collaboratively with agency staff across all sites.Requirements
LMSW, LCSW, LMHC or Limited Permit required.Ability to work full-time hybrid.Experience providing counseling and other services to domestic violence survivors.Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, including working collaboratively with professionals across disciplines, (e.g. domestic violence advocates, housing specialists, attorneys, police officers, government officials, workforce development professionals, and other community-based agency staff).Experience and familiarity with relevant social services focusing on women's issues are strongly desired.Experience providing counseling and other services to domestic violence survivors.Experience and familiarity with relevant social services focusing on women's issues are strongly desired.Fluency in a community language other than English preferredBudgeted Salary: $67,584 - $74,655 per year; based on experience pursuant
wage scale in accordance with collective bargaining agreement
Work position: Full-time, Salaried- Exempt
Work schedule: currently Hybrid; must be able to meet job location schedule obligations
Benefits:
Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceEmployer-paid life insuranceEmployer retirement contributionPaid time offFlex spending accountStudent loan assistanceTuition reimbursement programGym reimbursement programWellness program and rewards
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. Sanctuary for Families follows the requirements of the Human Rights Law including with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.
People of color, trans and gender non-conforming people, people with disabilities, and survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.
We recognize that the safety, healing and self-determination of survivors of domestic violence and related forms of gender violence is at the intersection of racial, gender, economic, immigrant, LGBTQ+, and disability justice, as well as many other critical issues. In order to realize our mission, Sanctuary strives to center DEI principles at every level of the organization and continues to deepen that commitment.
Salary Description
$67,584 - $74,655 per year
Full-time
Description
ABOUT US
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.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The
Counselor
will provide ongoing and trauma-informed comprehensive counseling services to adult survivors of domestic violence, trafficking, and/or other forms of gender violence. Services will be geared toward non-shelter clients living in the community, including a large percentage of Spanish-speaking clients. Assist clients in moving toward managing their trauma, and understanding the impact of domestic violence on their lives and that of their children; help them to reach economic stability through case management, advocacy, and referral if necessary, to organizations providing such services. Opportunity to work in supportive, team-oriented environments in lower Manhattan.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducts evidence-based assessments and psychosocial interviews for adult survivors of domestic violence, trafficking, and other forms of gender-based violence.Provides comprehensive trauma-informed individual/group counseling services with a trauma and strengths-based perspective to help clients process, cope, and heal from experiences of gender-based violence.Provides safety planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, case management, and referrals to other related services as needed.Provides affidavits and testimony for immigration and other legal purposes.Conducts trauma-related and domestic violence outreach and training to community organizations and institutionsMaintains accurate case records and utilizes internal database systems to track direct services to clients and outreach events.Performs other duties as requested by the supervisor.Organizational Relationships
Maintains a network of contacts with other Social Service Agencies.Collaborates with and refers to external counseling programs when appropriate.Interacts and maintains open communication with clinical and other staff from the Family Justice Centers (FJC).Works collaboratively with agency staff across all sites.Requirements
LMSW, LCSW, LMHC or Limited Permit required.Ability to work full-time hybrid.Experience providing counseling and other services to domestic violence survivors.Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, including working collaboratively with professionals across disciplines, (e.g. domestic violence advocates, housing specialists, attorneys, police officers, government officials, workforce development professionals, and other community-based agency staff).Experience and familiarity with relevant social services focusing on women's issues are strongly desired.Experience providing counseling and other services to domestic violence survivors.Experience and familiarity with relevant social services focusing on women's issues are strongly desired.Fluency in a community language other than English preferredBudgeted Salary: $67,584 - $74,655 per year; based on experience pursuant
wage scale in accordance with collective bargaining agreement
Work position: Full-time, Salaried- Exempt
Work schedule: currently Hybrid; must be able to meet job location schedule obligations
Benefits:
Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceEmployer-paid life insuranceEmployer retirement contributionPaid time offFlex spending accountStudent loan assistanceTuition reimbursement programGym reimbursement programWellness program and rewards
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. Sanctuary for Families follows the requirements of the Human Rights Law including with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.
People of color, trans and gender non-conforming people, people with disabilities, and survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.
We recognize that the safety, healing and self-determination of survivors of domestic violence and related forms of gender violence is at the intersection of racial, gender, economic, immigrant, LGBTQ+, and disability justice, as well as many other critical issues. In order to realize our mission, Sanctuary strives to center DEI principles at every level of the organization and continues to deepen that commitment.
Salary Description
$67,584 - $74,655 per year