Domestic violence counselor job description

Job DescriptionBarrier Free Living (BFL) is dedicated to helping New Yorkers with disabilities live independently in the community. Through its various programs, BFL provides a broad range of residential and non-residential services to disabled survivors of domestic violence. Services include case management, housing placements, independent living skills training, occupational therapy, short- and long-term individual counseling, advocacy within the medical, mental health, child welfare, law enforcement, and criminal justice systems, and referrals to outside services.
About Freedom House


Freedom House - a crisis shelter for victims of domestic violence - provides a safe and confidential place that is totally accessible for those with or without disabilities. Freedom House offers comprehensive services to both families and single individuals who are in recovery from their experiences of trauma. Services include (but are not limited to) individual and group counseling, case management, assistance with housing and government benefits, on-site child care, occupational therapy, medical consulting, and psychiatric services. This state-of-the-art facility is the first completely accessible domestic violence shelter for individuals with disabilities in the country.


Role Summary

Barrier Free Living is seeking qualified applicants to join our team. The Director of Social Services reports to the Program Director of Freedom House and oversees the clinical services offered to families and singles including DV counseling, advocacy, and case management for those who reside at Freedom House.


Responsibilities
Provides regularly scheduled weekly individual and group supervision to DV Counselors and interns Monitors resident records for compliance and best practices, including regular review of progress notes and service plans Assists with required reports and program evaluations, as needed Coordinates and builds relationships within the agency and with outside services providers Attends coalition and leadership meetings Ensures program compliance with agency policies, funders, and other regulatory agencies Works closely with leaders from other departments and programs within the agency Alternates with Program Director for after-hours on-call responsibility Maintains schedule of clinical staff, including on-call rotation In the absence of the Program Director, responsible for oversight of the program
Education:
Licensed Master of Social Work or Mental Health Counseling LCSW or LMHC preferred, but not required SIFI certification
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of post-Masters experience, preferably working with victims of domestic violence and/or people with disabilities and the D/deaf or Hard of Hearing Basic understating of the homeless, domestic violence, and child welfare systems in New York City Supervisory experience with both clinical staff and ability to supervise MSW (SIFI certification) and/or mental health counseling interns Experienced group facilitator and trainer Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Open to working with diverse populations Excellent communication and writing skills Bilingual ASL and/or Spanish speaking preferred Provide FDA-authorized COVID-19 vaccination record
Start Date:
Immediately

Annual Salary:


Benefits Package:


Status:
Part Time/Exempt

Hours per week:
19-21 hours

Schedule:

2 days per week 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, rotating on-call via phone, The schedule may change due to COVID-19 including additional in person days if needed.

Equipment Operated:

Computer/Laptop, Printer, Scanner, Phone

Work Environment:

This position will spend time at the program site and, have an independent (private) office.

Employees/Interns Directly Supervised:

Supervision to clinical staff, interns, and others as required.

BFL provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants, with employment-based solely upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic disposition or carrier status or any other protected characteristic as established by law. BFL honors reasonable accommodation per request. Applicants who are contacted by BFL will have the opportunity to share their accommodation requests.

Counseling and Case Management (65%)

• Provides trauma-informed individual and group counseling, case management services, and referrals to survivors in the residential and community-based programs.
• Acts as a partner and advocate with client in navigating systems.
• Establishes relationships with clients drawing on motivational interviewing, and client-centered approach.
• Provides conflict resolution when needed and parenting feedback as required.
• Teaches clients about the impact of trauma and demonstrates techniques that help clients learn strategies that promote relaxation, calmness, and self-soothing.
• Plans, coordinates, and facilitates support groups as needed.
• Administers an evaluation process to clients.
• Works as integral and collaborative member of the Domestic Violence Program team and contributes to the case review process to ensure coordinated client support.
• Collaborates with program director and other program staff to help build organizational capacity to serve immigrant survivors in a culturally relevant, equitable manner.

Community Outreach & Education (18%)

• Collaborates with program director, and other program staff, to build program capacity to serve immigrant survivors which includes but is not limited to developing and implementing targeted outreach strategies, creating program materials and training curricula, and generally increasing immigrant communities' engagement in our services.
• Collaborates with the domestic violence project team focused on expanding services to the immigrant community on the North Shore to develop and implement outreach plans, including trainings, tabling, and a community-based peer education program cultivating key community partnerships leading to increased usage of our community-based services.
• Establishes and maintains working relationships with area service providers and community leaders.
• Participates as a trainer in delivering domestic violence training including but not limited to the state required 40-hour domestic violence training program and other community-based trainings on domestic violence.

Record Keeping and Documentation: (10%)

• Completes and submits in timely fashion all necessary reporting documentation, including written narratives on all interactions with clients.
• Oversees completion of intake and ongoing paperwork for assigned clients.
• Submits monthly activity reports in timely fashion.
• Reports on goals and objectives identified in government grants and foundations as appropriate.

Crisis Line & Shelter Support (2%)

• As available, intermittently provides emergency backup to ensure adequate coverage of the 24-hour crisis line and residential shelter which includes but is not limited to answering and responding to calls in accordance with protocol; screening callers for shelter eligibility, referring callers to community resources, conducting safety planning and lethality assessment, providing emotional support, initial intake, providing basic information about domestic violence, legal rights and options; staffing shelter office on an emergency basis in accordance with protocol to ensure a safe, healthy, and trauma-informed environment.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES 5%

• Provides and attends staff trainings and participates in agency committees.
• Pursues professional development
• Understands and adheres to all of YWCA Evanston/North Shore procedures and policies as well as YWCA Employee Handbook.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Master's Degree in counseling, social work, or psychology

Experience and/or Training:

• Experience working with domestic violence victims
• Counseling and case management experience
• Experience working with marginalized populations and immigrants

Licenses/Certificates:

• Successful completion of Illinois 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training within 60 days of start
• Successful completion of ICDVP exam within 12 months of start
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance
• First Aid/CPR within 6 months of employment
• YWCA requires that all employees be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and submit proof of vaccination to Human Resources unless a request for a medical or religious accommodation is granted

Language: Fluent in Spanish

Technology/Equipment:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Reliable access to automobile

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and/or Training:

• Experience working in a residential setting with trauma survivors
• Experience providing community outreach and training

Licenses/Certificates :

• LCSW/LCPC
• Completed Illinois 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training
• Completed ICDVP exam

Technology/Equipment: Familiarity with virtual services technology and case management software

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Intermittent (less than 15%), Occasional (15-45%), Frequent (50-75%), and Continuous (over 75%).

• Frequent nights and/or weekends required for events or meetings
• Frequent local and intermittent statewide travel required
• Tolerance of prolonged and continuous stationary periods at a desk/computer
• Occasionally required to reach and push, pull, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds with accommodation
• Must be able to move about the facility
• Must be able to travel to and move about offsite locations
• Must be able to operate controls for computers and other equipment

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Employee may be required to share office/counseling space
• Employee may be required to work in a cubicle in an open office arrangement
• Employee may be required to work from home
• Employee will frequently have meetings, trainings, or work in other buildings

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

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***ANNUAL SALARY OF $48,000***

Since opening our doors in 1902, CHS became a part of Florida's history.

CHS has been committed to growing and evolving to provide the right services and solutions to address the needs of children and families throughout the changing times. Every day, our team works with parents and kids to empower them and encourage them. With innovative technology solutions and a dedicated, experienced team throughout the state, we're changing the face of foster care and positively impacting children and families' lives for generations to come.

Join our team to continue to do good and create history serving Florida's children and families!

The Domestic Violence Batterer Intervention Counselor provides behavioral health assessment and counseling information and services to individuals and families with the goal to promote recovery and overall wellbeing. The incumbent assesses and/or identifies client and family needs; plans, coordinates, provides and evaluates necessary services and treatments; and assists and counsels individuals and families by delineating alternatives, helping to articulate goals and providing needed information and treatment services. Overall, the Domestic Violence Batterer Intervention Counselor contributes to the CHS high performance culture by exhibiting our values and providing quality results that position CHS as the leader in delivering proactive solutions for children and families.

WHY JOIN CHS?

+ Uplifting mission-driven work culture

+ Make an impact in your community and become a part of Florida's history!

+ Growth and professional development opportunities

+ Great benefits package, including generous paid time off and holidays

+ Opportunity to make a positive difference in children and families within your own community!

Primary Job Functions

1. Provide behavioral health assessment and counseling information and services to individuals and families with the goal to promote recovery and overall wellbeing in a CHS office/facility, client home or school community setting.

Clinical Services Program:

+ Provide supportive clinical counseling services, such as individual, group and family therapy, including TBOS, Outpatient or BHOS, as necessary.

+ Deliver evidence-based treatment interventions (e.g., Trauma-Focused Care, Infant Mental Health).

+ Complete billable units and enter applicable data into the Client Information System (CIS) and other data systems in a timely manner as required by the program and/or contract requirements.

+ Facilitate psycho-educational classes and/or groups such as parenting skills, independent living skills, anger management, behavior management, substance abuse, MAPP/Pride training, etc.

+ Provide case management services including information, plan referral and linkages, where appropriate.

+ Coordinate services with other professionals/para-professionals; liaise with other social service agencies and organizations.

+ Provide in-depth clinical assessment, diagnosis of clinical conditions, treatment plans and intervention under the supervision of a licensed clinician, including one of the following: TBOS, Outpatient or BHOS services (only provided in Residential settings), when necessary.

+ Oversee the behavioral program or treatment interventions associated with the client's treatment plan.

+ Participate in peer review process to oversee that services provided comply with contract, Medicaid and licensing requirements, COA, and internal quality assurance standards.

+ Coordinate and supervise therapeutic family visitation, when necessary.

+ Review and monitor billing for clinical services.

+ Train direct care team members regarding components of the individualized treatment plan, when necessary.

+ Meet established program productivity goals while upholding the CHS standard of care.

2. Contribute to a positive, engaging work environment.

+ Develop a strong knowledge base and stay current on job-related issues and trends.

+ Participate actively in departmental meetings, training and education, as well as the quality process.

+ Comply with CHS's code of conduct, policies, procedures and other obligations.

+ Assist with training other team members and providing back up when necessary.

+ Pick up projects on the fly; perform other duties as assigned from time to time.

+ Demonstrate the CHS Common Bond values in the performance of all job duties.

Job Qualifications

Education, Licenses & Certifications:

+ MA/MS from an accredited university/college in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy or Mental Health Counseling - OR -MA/MS from an accredited university/college with a major in the field of Nursing, Rehabilitation, Special Education, Health Education or a related human services field AND have completed graduate level coursework in at least 4 of the following 13 content areas: human growth and development, diagnosis and treatment of psychopathology, human sexuality, counseling theories and techniques, group theories and practice, dynamics of marriage and family systems, individual evaluation and assessment, career and lifestyle assessment; research and program evaluation, personality theories, social and cultural foundations, counseling in the community settings, and substance use disorders.

+ FL Drivers' License within 30 days/hire, along with daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle.

+ For the Early Learning Centers Support Team: A non-licensed candidate shall be a registered intern working towards licensure to be considered.

Experience:

+ Two years of post-Bachelors experience working with at-risk children and families or one year post-Masters experience.

+ Two years of experience providing services to persons with behavioral health disorders and/or the ability to be supervised by a licensed practitioner of the healing arts (LPHA).

+ Three years of experience dealing with emotionally disturbed children/adolescents, preferred.

Competencies

Knowledge of:

+ COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Skills and Proficiency in:

+ Planning, organization and time management, oral & written communication

+ Interpersonal Relationship Building, Collaboration, Teaming

+ Computer systems and MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Ability to:

+ Perform at a high level of autonomy, with general supervision.

+ Perform under strong demands in fast-paced, diverse, sometimes ambiguous environments.

+ Handle stressful, sensitive situations; preserve confidentiality and professional boundaries.

+ Meet critical deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and quality.

+ Solve practical problems and document results using sound judgment.

+ Demonstrate the behaviors of our CHS Common Bond Values.

+ Interact effectively with children/families from diverse backgrounds

+ Set appropriate limits and boundaries with clients; act decisively to protect clients, when necessary

+ Assess and apply proper intervention strategies

+ Identify and understand environmental stressors

+ Recognize importance of social, economic, environmental factors in the development and resolution of personal/family problems

+ Be sensitive to service population's cultural/socioeconomic characteristics

+ Commit to providing high customer satisfaction with positive service delivery results.

+ Be energetic, passionate and adaptable with a deep commitment to social service, empathy for children and families and a positive approach to embracing and managing change.

Together, good can be done.

ID: 2022-8094

Pay rate: USD $48,000.00/Yr.

Travel Range: Countywide

External Company Name: Childrens Home Society of Florida

Street: 1010 E. Rose Street