Family Services of Westchester (FSW) provides mental health and social services that strengthen and support families, children and individuals at every stage of their lives. With 50 innovative programs, FSW serves 30,000 individuals annually in Westchester County, New York. Founded in 1954, Family Services of Westchester is a private, nonprofit, non-sectarian social services agency.

There are a variety of benefits to joining Family Services of Westchester, an organization with over 65 years of history impacting vulnerable communities. In addition to the opportunity to connect with and help thousands of residents in Westchester County, FSW offers its employees an inspiring, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b) for full-time employees.

JOB SUMMARY

Empower young men, while incarcerated in the DOC, to expand their awareness of self, find purpose, and set realistic goals as they prepare to re-enter the community from incarceration as part of the Restorative Justice Program. Work with participants to identify, create, and maintain healthy relationships/community connections.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process intakes/assessment screenings which include the Pre, Post and 60/90-day questionnaire
• Facilitate weekly psycho-educational and supportive workshops using circle practice in the DOC
• Work with participants individually to identify barriers to setting and achieving personal/professional goals and developing realistic strategies to achieving goals
• Work with participants to identify barriers to healthy relationships and develop conflict resolution skills/action plans
• Make community referrals to assist men in their re-entry process
• Work collaboratively with the DOC and DOC contracted programs to assist men in their identified goals
• Participate in weekly team briefing meetings in the DOC and with the RJ team
• Maintain accurate records
• . Provide accurate monthly reports that are sent to the funder
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor(s)

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational:

• High School Diploma

Experience:

• 3-5 years in a related field

Skills:

• Interpersonal skills
• group facilitation
• knowledge of program target groups
• awareness of client needs
• ability to effectively interview clients from diverse backgrounds to obtain facts and to recognize relevant case information

There are a variety of benefits to joining Family Services of Westchester, an organization with over 65 years of history impacting vulnerable communities. In addition to the opportunity to connect with and help thousands of residents in Westchester County, FSW offers its employees an inspiring, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b).

At FSW, we enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that prioritizes our clients and the communities we serve. If you want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people across the communities of Westchester, and if this position speaks to your capabilities, experience and commitment to social service, please complete the online application on Indeed.com and upload your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or email.

FSW is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Yonkers, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person