Domestic Violence Therapist

Unity House of Troy • City of Troy, NY

8d • $59,789 - $69,565

About The Position

Do you recognize trauma symptoms and understand the widespread impact on its victims it may have? Consider applying for this therapist position for Unity House of Troy’s Domestic Violence program.

Salary posted is for a Fully licensed LCSW, LMHC ($66,770.73 - $ 69,565.00)

Limited permit? No problem! please apply! Limited permit and LMSW salary: $59,789.34 with supervision.

Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve.

As An Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

Join us in making life better for individuals impacted by domestic violence.

Requirements

• LCSW, LMSW, or LMHC (supervision provided) and 2-4 years prior Master's level experience providing individual therapeutic counseling.
• Must be comfortable facilitating groups.
• Must have reliable transportation and a Valid NYS Driver License.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Experience working with domestic violence, mental health or substance abuse clients is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapeutic counseling for youth and adult victims of domestic violence.
• Provide home visits, in-office and telehealth appointments.
• Advise on safety planning and resource linkages.
• Coordinate with internal and external providers.
• Engage in program development and case planning based on the Trauma Informed Care approach.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community partners.
• Promote a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Benefits

• Generous time off benefits!
• 13 paid days off in your first year for full time employment (increases every year)
• 56 hours of NYS Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Major medical leave
• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
• 403b company contributions after one year
• Plus, gym, tuition and cell phone discounts and a 50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level