Domestic Violence Counselor

HELP USA
Long Island City, New York, US
$20,2 an hour
Permanent

As a Domestic Violence Counselor, you’ll help families, including children over age 6, by providing short-term counseling that enables them to become more economically self-reliant, maintain permanent housing, build job skills, and access community resources independently.

You’ll develop a comprehensive case narrative outlining the domestic violence history for each family; establish a service plan based on the needs you assess;

facilitate linkages to social service programs; and explore options for safety, legal, financial, employment, housing, medical care, etc.

Additionally, you’ll help your clients develop their own problem-solving skills and assess their own resources and support systems.

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

You’re a great fit for this role if you :

  • Are bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish)
  • Have experience counseling with domestic violence survivors
  • Are able to help your clients with housing, job placement, and employment
  • Are knowledgeable about substance abuse, sexual abuse, and AIDS / HIV related theories and practice
  • Are culturally sensitive, motivated, and energetic
  • Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, or a related field
  • Are bilingual (Spanish / English), since many of our clients are native Spanish speakers

Compensation : $20.20 / hour

We Have GREAT BENEFITS!

  • Health insurance through Cigna, including dental and vision, with an option that covers entire family with minimal employee contribution
  • Generous Paid Time Off! (Starting with 3 weeks annual vacation accruing from Day 1)
  • 401k with Company contribution even if employee doesn't contribute
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Educational Achievement Awards for employees completing educational & certification milestones
  • And More!

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