Social Worker: Bilingual Domestic Violence Counselor Full Time

L.I. Against Domestic Violence is a recognized leader in providing safety and support to family violence victims by offering preventative and supportive services.

Position:

Full Time (1 positions)

Location:

Town of Ronkonkoma, NY

Hours:

This position requires flexibility to accommodate the scheduling and counseling/clinical needs of survivors of domestic violence. 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday and does require in office appointments one day a week, the other days can be in a remote/hybrid capacity.

Start Date:

Immediate

Position Description:

The Domestic Violence Counselor will provide counseling services for survivors of domestic violence; including adults and children who have been affected by family violence and/or sexual assault. The successful candidate will guide clients through brief solution focused treatment that incorporates the use of cognitive behavioral, role play, supportive strengths perspective, insight, and group counseling. Our Counseling Program provides supportive counseling services to help with self-esteem, safety planning, and to decrease the negative feelings that are a direct result of the violence. With the above, it is our hope that the client will live a life free of violence.

Qualifications:

Commitment to working with people whose lives have been affected domestic violence. A Licensed, Master Level Clinician with 2 years’ experience working with victims of trauma in an individual and group setting, knowledge of the varied backgrounds of the Long Island community, an understanding of the dynamics of a domestic violence relationship, trauma informed care, substance abuse, cultural humility and of group dynamics. We will seek a clinician who has experience with adults and can incorporate Cognitive Therapies and Art Therapy into counseling. Bi-lingual in Spanish and English applicants are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Send a resume and cover letter expressing your interest in this position.

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Pay Frequency:

• Bi weekly or Twice monthly

Work Remotely

• Flexible

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Social Work: 2 years (Required)
• trauma work: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

Salary : $24