Social Worker, Mental Health

Social Worker

DISTRICT ATTORNEY KINGS COUNTY

Full-time

BROOKLYN

No exam required

Victim Services

$75,298.00 – $75,298.00

The Kings County District Attorney's Office (KCDA) is one of the largest prosecutors' offices in the country and is committed to developing and implementing innovative prosecutorial strategies that will fulfill our vision of keeping Brooklyn safe while at the same time ensuring fairness and justice for all. KCDA has an exciting opportunity to work as a Social Worker in the Victim Services Unit.

The Victim Services Unit (VSU) of the Kings County District Attorney's Office assists crime victims, witnesses, and their families in navigating the criminal justice system throughout the duration of the investigation and/or prosecution of the criminal case. The VSU team is collaborative, demonstrates good judgment, and is highly professional. Under general supervision, with some latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the prospective candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Provide trauma-informed crisis intervention and criminal justice advocacy to crime victims and their families primarily victims of intimate partner violence.
• In collaboration with agency staff, assess the urgency of the victim's needs and seek immediate assistance for those issues affecting the victim's safety.
• Maintain contact with victims throughout the duration of the criminal case and make efforts to link victims with appropriate services in the community.
• Provide case management.
• Conduct outreach and training related to working with Domestic Violence victims
• Conduct on-scene/field interviews and needs assessments of victims after hours as necessary (Weekends and after 5:00 pm on Weekdays).
• Maintain cultural sensitivity, discretion, and integrity to work on highly confidential investigations.
• Complete monthly statistical report ensuring all mandates under the Strive NYC are adhere to.
• Perform other related duties

Additional Information Candidates must meet the additional requirements:

• Must have a Master's Degree in Social Work or Mental Health from an accredited school.
• Must have a valid Licensed Master of Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
• Must have at least 2+ years of work experience in Social Work.
• Preferred Skills
• Bilingual candidates preferred( Spanish, Mandarin, Russian and Haitian Creole).
• At least 2+ years of experience in Mental Health.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively and across disciplines is necessary.
• Must have knowledge of counseling interventions with trauma victims; experience in victim services.
• Must have exceptional organizational skills, time-management and multi-tasking skills; and the ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, and work both independently and within a team.
• Hours/Shift Monday–Friday, 9:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

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THIS IS POSITION IS GRANT-FUNDED.