DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LIAISON

City of New York•New York, NY

1d•$59,359 - $71,263•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Domestic Violence and Emergency Intervention Services is recruiting five Social Workers to serve as Domestic Violence Liaisons. The liaisons provide assessment, safety planning, counseling, referrals, and ongoing case review for clients affected by domestic violence. They also maintain case and statistical records, provide coverage at other locations when needed, and fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities. The role serves clients at designated Job Center locations in New York City. Applicants must be permanent in the Social Worker civil service title. The appointment is provisional; candidates must take and pass the Social Worker exam when it becomes available to remain in the title. The position has a 9–5 flex schedule. A valid New York State LMSW or LCSW license is required within one year of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Requirements

Applicants must be permanent in the Social Worker civil service title.
A Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
Obtain a valid New York State LMSW or LCSW license within one year of appointment and maintain the license for the duration of employment.
Take and pass the Social Worker civil service exam when it becomes available to remain in the title.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments and screening to determine whether clients are victims of domestic violence and identify the level of services they may need.
Inform referred clients about their rights and compliance responsibilities, and provide waivers to support safety.
Facilitate emergency safety planning for clients in crisis, as necessary.
Provide on-site counseling services to clients, as needed.
Make appropriate referrals to DHS and other social service agencies, as needed.
Complete six-month case reviews to evaluate ongoing safety, assess current needs, and ensure continuation of appropriate services.
Maintain case records for each client on the caseload with required information.
Document other statistical and written records as required.
Provide coverage at other locations when needed.
Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities by assessing client and family safety concerns.