Social Worker

City of New York•New York, NY

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About The Position

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office (KCDA) is hiring a Social Worker in its Victim Services Unit (VSU). The VSU assists crime victims, witnesses, and their families as they navigate the criminal justice system throughout an investigation and/or prosecution. The team is collaborative, exercises sound judgment, and maintains a high level of professionalism. Under general supervision, with some latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the Social Worker provides trauma-informed crisis intervention and criminal justice advocacy, primarily for victims of intimate partner violence. The role includes assessing and responding to victims’ immediate safety needs, maintaining contact throughout criminal cases, connecting victims to community services, and providing case management. The position also involves outreach and training related to working with domestic violence victims, as well as on-scene or field interviews and needs assessments when needed after hours, on weekends, and after 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. The Social Worker maintains cultural sensitivity, discretion, and integrity when working with confidential investigations and completes monthly statistical reports to ensure Strive NYC mandates are met. The position is grant-funded. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; some evenings and weekends may be required.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work or Mental Health from an accredited school.
Valid Licensed Master of Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) credential.
At least 2 years of work experience in Social Work.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
Knowledge of counseling interventions with trauma victims.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability, particularly Spanish, Mandarin, Russian, or Haitian Creole.
At least 2 years of experience in Mental Health.
Experience in victim services.
Exceptional organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills; ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, and work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

Provide trauma-informed crisis intervention and criminal justice advocacy to crime victims and their families, primarily victims of intimate partner violence.
Assess the urgency of victims’ needs with agency staff and seek immediate assistance for issues affecting their safety.
Maintain contact with victims throughout the criminal case and connect them with appropriate community services.
Provide case management.
Conduct outreach and training related to working with domestic violence victims.
Conduct on-scene or field interviews and needs assessments of victims after hours as necessary, including weekends and weekdays after 5:00 p.m.
Maintain cultural sensitivity, discretion, and integrity when working on highly confidential investigations.
Complete monthly statistical reports to ensure Strive NYC mandates are adhered to.
Perform other related duties.