Counselor, Children and Family Services Program

Sanctuary For Families•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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, 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.

Requirements

LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT or similar degree
A minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience with victims of domestic violence, including work with children
Bilingual English and Spanish required
Experience providing counseling and supportive services to domestic violence survivors and their families required
Experience facilitating support groups and dynamic community workshops required
Ability to work flexible hours, a mix of hybrid and remote work, and at least 2 evenings a week
Interest in working with clients from diverse backgrounds
Computer literate in Microsoft applications required

Responsibilities

Complete clinical assessments and treatment plans
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 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
Participates as a member of the Camp HOPE NY Leadership Team and help recruit campers, interview camper families, and participate in pre-camp activities, at-camp activities, and post-camp activities. Counselor will help with additional year-round workshops and programming as needed.
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