About the role

Domestic Violence Liaison The Office of Domestic Violence and Emergency Intervention Services is recruiting five (5) Social Workers to function as Domestic Violence Liaisons who will: Conduct assessment/screening to determine whether the client is a victim of domestic violence and the level of services they may require. Inform referred clients about their rights and responsibilities for compliance and provide waivers to assist with safety. Facilitate emergency safety planning for clients in a crisis, as necessary. Provide on-site counseling services to clients, as needed. Make appropriate referrals to DHS and other social service agencies, as needed. Complete six-month case reviews to evaluate ongoing safety, assess current needs, and ensure the continuation of appropriate services. Maintain case records for each client on the caseload with the required information. Document other statistical and written records as required. Provide coverage at other locations when needed. Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities by assessing client and family safety concerns. Hours/Schedule: 9-5 flex.
Work Location: Multiple locations in New York City.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualification Requirements: A Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
License Requirements: You will be required to have a valid Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license issued by the New York State Department of Education within one year of the date of appointment. This license must be presented to the appointing officer at the time of appointment or, if it is obtained after appointment, at the time it is received. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment. If you fail to obtain your LMSW or LCSW license within one year of the date of appointment, your probationary period will be automatically extended for six months. If you fail to obtain the required license by the end of 18 months of service, you will be terminated. Special Note Section 424-a of the New York Social service Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-care responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report. The agency has the discretion to assign a candidate who has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report to a position with no child-care responsibilities.55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website. Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Mid

Location

New York, NY

Occupation

Social Workers, All Other

Industry

Other Individual and Family Services

Posted

16 days ago

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