Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Title : Domestic Violence & Trauma Services Program Coordinator / Counselor
Department : Prevention and Intervention
Reports To : Director, Domestic Violence & Trauma Services
Location : 166 Port Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10302
Position Status : Full time FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Pay Rate & Benefits : The pay range for this role is generally
$55,000-60,000 annually commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. Additionally, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes generous paid time off (4 weeks of vacation plus paid holidays, personal, and sick time), medical, dental, vision, supplemental benefits including employer provided basic life insurance and employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement and fitness reimbursement after 1 year of employment, a retirement plan that includes employer matching, and more!
Community Health Action of Staten Island (CHASI) drives dramatic improvements in the health of New Yorkers by feeding people who are hungry, healing families broken apart by violence, and bridging the gaps between people and the compassionate health care they deserve. CHASI serves the most vulnerable individuals, families, and communities with critical services and programs. CHASI provides outreach, education, prevention, and direct support services for populations most affected by health disparities - the poor and working poor, low-income people with chronic illnesses, persons with criminal justice involvement, substance users, domestic violence survivors, people of color, and the LGBTQ community.
POSITION SUMMARY :
CHASI's Domestic Violence & Trauma Services Program offers a comprehensive suite of services to survivors of Domestic Violence with enhanced focus on education and linkage to health & wellness through both individual and group counseling supportive services. CHASI works in collaboration with the Richmond County District Attorney's office to expand reach and capacity.
The Domestic Violence & Trauma Services Coordinator will plan, organize, and lead structured counseling and care coordination activities for clients. This includes comprehensive clinical assessment, treatment planning and implementation, Safety planning and short-term group and individual trauma-informed counseling/educational services. The Domestic Violence & Trauma Services Coordinator will provide direct supervision to the Domestic Violence Community Specialist. The Domestic Violence and Trauma services are co-located at CHASI sites and the Staten Island Family Justice Center (126 Stuyvesant Place).
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Provides direct supervision to Domestic Violence Community Specialist.
- Conducts initial comprehensive psychosocial, safety planning, and risk assessments with clients.
- Administers trauma-informed screening tools.
- Oversees treatment planning and treatment plan execution.
- Conducts individual and group supportive counseling sessions.
- Provides strengths-based & trauma-related, short term counseling supportive services.
- Coordinates services designed to integrate substance abuse treatment, mental health, and other recovery support services for all program participants.
- Conducts regular, comprehensive client documentation reviews for quality and completeness.
- Attends team and department meetings, trainings, and contractor-facilitated provider meetings.
- Conducts trauma-informed support groups.
- Perform all functions in alignment with CHASI's Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Master's degree in social work or mental health counseling required .
- Licensure such as LMSW, LMHC, or LCSW required .
- At least 3 years of experience providing counseling services to survivors of domestic violence or other relevant populations.
- At least one year of experience supervising staff or ability to demonstrate supervisory and program management skills.
- Experience utilizing trauma-informed care and harm reduction models.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred.
- Cultural competency and interest in health care equity, social justice, and public health.
- Experience collaborating within a multi-disciplinary, diverse team, maintaining a healthy work environment that encourages equity, professionalism, respect, diversity, and continuous professional growth and improvement.
- Ability to work independently and also be team player with shared responsibility and accountability; ability to contribute to a positive, productive, open, and supportive environment that motivates others to perform at their best.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including capability to listen and follow instructions; able to give, provide direction and follow up on tasks; high attention to detail and accuracy. Be highly organized and able to multitask.
CHASI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and supporting a diverse staff. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, marital status, or any other protected category Community Health Action of Staten Island
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