Supervising Social Worker - Domestic Violence Shelter, Oasis (Queens)

Safe Horizon

About The Position

Integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered, and anti-oppressive approach into all aspects of client work and staff supervision. Provide direct client services, including crisis intervention, supportive counseling, advocacy, complex case management, and consultations. Conduct intakes, safety assessments, and risk management for new and current clients. Maintain accurate and timely case documentation and funder reports using an electronic case record system. Provide reflective individual and group supervision to Case Managers, Childcare Aides, and Housing Specialists. Coach and guide staff to strengthen trauma-informed and strengths-based practices. Facilitate and oversee support groups for residents. Step into site leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Director. Carry a caseload as needed to support the program. Recognize and respond to vicarious trauma—for both staff and self—with an emphasis on self-care and resilience. Collaborate with mental health providers and community partners to connect clients with appropriate services. Participate in clinical supervision provided by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for the purpose of accruing hours toward licensure.

Requirements

Master's in Social Work (MSW)
2 years of relevant social service experience and/or supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered, and anti-oppressive approach into all aspects of client work and staff supervision.
Provide direct client services, including crisis intervention, supportive counseling, advocacy, complex case management, and consultations.
Conduct intakes, safety assessments, and risk management for new and current clients.
Maintain accurate and timely case documentation and funder reports using an electronic case record system.
Provide reflective individual and group supervision to Case Managers, Childcare Aides, and Housing Specialists.
Coach and guide staff to strengthen trauma-informed and strengths-based practices.
Facilitate and oversee support groups for residents.
Step into site leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Director.
Carry a caseload as needed to support the program.
Recognize and respond to vicarious trauma—for both staff and self—with an emphasis on self-care and resilience.
Collaborate with mental health providers and community partners to connect clients with appropriate services.
Participate in clinical supervision provided by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for the purpose of accruing hours toward licensure.