Senior Counselor

Rising Ground, Inc.•New York, NY

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The GRL Senior Counselor will provide individual/group counseling and advocacy services for young people, between the ages of 10 and 25 years of age, who identify as a girl or a woman.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field. LMSW, or LMHC preferred.
Licensure required within 6 months of hire.
Proven experience providing clinical services to survivors of trauma and violence, with a strong foundation in trauma-informed, anti-oppressive practices.
Commitment to social justice and cultural humility, with extensive experience working with marginalized populations.
Skilled in both clinical case management and delivering evidence-based, trauma-focused psychotherapy.
Strong abilities in clinical assessment, therapeutic services and treatment planning, with a person-centered approach.
Adaptability and flexibility in managing diverse caseloads, working independently, and collaborating effectively in a multidisciplinary team setting.
Exceptional interpersonal, documentation, and organizational skills.
Deep understanding of trauma and violence dynamics and the impact on survivors.
Proficiency in supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds with varying identities and life experiences.
Commitment to trauma-informed and person-centered practice.
A passion for incorporating reflective practices on race, oppression, and diversity into clinical work, fostering a more inclusive and healing environment.
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week.
Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required)
Ability to travel within the community

Nice To Haves

Training in Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Internal Family Systems (IFS), or similar evidence-based practices for trauma recovery is preferred.
Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide trauma-informed therapeutic individual, family, group, and crisis services.
Assess and plan personalized treatment using trauma-informed, evidence-based models that integrate emotional, psychological, and community-based support through a strengths-based approach.
Conduct crisis intervention and offer emotional support as needed, ensuring survivor safety and stabilization.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care, including legal advocacy, housing assistance, and medical referrals.
Coordinate with community organizations to ensure clients have access to services and resources.
Implement restorative justice techniques such as mediation, support circles, and community-building activities to foster healing and reconciliation for survivors.
Support survivors in navigating the emotional impact of trauma, helping them regain control through empowerment and self-advocacy.
Participate in community presentations and outreach to raise awareness about the program and build partnerships with local organizations.
Participate in weekly individual supervision, team meetings, and training sessions.
Mentor and supervise interns as needed, contributing to Rising Ground’s professional development initiatives.
Maintain accurate case files.
Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner.