Supervising Social Worker- Domestic Violence Shelter, ...

Supervising Social Worker- Domestic Violence Shelter, Prelude Summary: The Safe Horizon DV ShelterProgram provides safe and confidential spaces for DV Survivors and theirchildren. We are committed to providingthese services with empathy, compassion, professionalism, non-judgement, andrespect. Our spaces respect survivors' right to self-determination and focus ongiving families and individuals the space, both emotional and physical, to healfrom the victimization and trauma they have experienced. Responsibilities: Undergeneral supervision, a Supervising Social Worker is responsible for thefollowing: Learn and integrate atrauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into yourwork with clients. Coach and guide staff in their client practice that reflectsthese approaches Provideother direct client services, including complex case management andconsultation, crisis intervention,and advocacy on behalf of and in partnership with clients Complete a comprehensive Family Assessment/Biopsychosocial which includes trauma screenings for adults and for children.Integrate the results of developmental screening (Survey of Well Being of Young Children) for children ages 0-5. Based on the Family Assessment and the trauma screenings, determine which client will need ongoing Short-Term Trauma Counseling (STTC). Carry a caseload of four to five STTC clients Provide other direct client services, including complex case management and consultation, crisis intervention, and advocacy on behalf of and in partnership with clients Conduct client intakes, safety assessment and risk management Maintain accurate and timely documentation and case files, including reports for funders, utilizing an electronic case record system In absence of director, SSW will assume site leadership, where appropriate Ability to carry a caseload in the absence of case management staff Provide reflective individual and group supervision to Case Managers, Childcare Aides and Housing Specialist Use supervision and observations to coach and help improve staff's trauma-informed practices when providingcase management, childcare and housing services; build and foster a traumainformed environment Use safety assessment and risk management (SARM) when conducting family and mental assessmentsby prioritizing engagement and risks, understanding triggers and protectivestrategies andconnecting clients to appropriate mental health services as needed; Understand and respond to vicarious trauma with an emphasis on self-care; Facilitating/Co-facilitating and overseeing the content of support groups; and psychoeducational groups Other related duties as assigned. Other Information: Bi-weekly individual clinical supervision with an LCSW which counts towards clinical hours. Once a month group clinical supervision led by shelter services LCSW leadership. Once a month group clinical supervision led by LCSW leadership of the Safe Horizon Counseling Center Training opportunities through the Safe Horizon Learning Center and Shelter Services LCSW. Training in Motivational Interviewing (MI) by a MINT certified trainer plus quarterly MI group coaching sessions. Qualifications: Master's degree in Social Work. New graduates are welcome to apply. Supervisory experience a plus but not required. Bilingual Spanish a plus Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, good oral and written communication skills Knowledge of and sensitivity todomestic violence, child abuse and neglect and sexual abuse Technology Statement Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance. If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon's rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Please follow this link to view complete EEO Law and complaint filing information: Salary Range: 62,000.00 - 69,750.00 Annual Full-time Hours: 35 Hours per week Full-time Benefits: Vacation Time, Paid Sick Time, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Company Life Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits Program, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center

Created: 2025-03-10