Counselor, Children and Family Services Program

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 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, and 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. They will also provide information and outreach to the

community. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for social

justice and work collaboratively with the clinical team. Counselor

will be working from NYC Family Justice Center, Bronx, NY.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete

clinical assessments and treatment plans for children and teens

referred for counseling;

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 and Bronx Family

Justice Center Partner agencies 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;

Liaise effectively with

other professionals in and out of the Bronx Family Justice Center

and DA's office in order to meet the needs of the

clients;

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.

LMSW, LCSW, LMHC

or similar degree.

A minimum of one (1) year of

relevant work experience with victims of domestic violence,

including work with children;

Experience

providing counseling and supportive services to domestic violence

survivors and their families;

Experience

facilitating support groups and dynamic community

workshops;

Ability to work flexible hours, a

mix of hybrid and remote work;

Ability to work

two late evenings (up to and including 7 : 30 PM)

a week and to maintain a flexible work

schedule

Interest in working with clients from

diverse backgrounds;

Computer literate in

Microsoft applications required;

Familiarity

with virtual telehealth platforms such as Microsoft Teams and

Zoom

Bilingual (Spanish) a

plus.

Budgeted

Salary : $68,429 -

$75,588 per year; based on experience

pursuant to wage scale in accordance with collective bargaining

agreement

Work

position is Full-time; Salaried /

Exempt

Work

schedule is currently hybrid; must be able to meet job location

schedule

obligations

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.