City of NY

DISTRICT ATTORNEY KINGS COUNTY
Human Trafficking

New york, NY

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Job Specifications

Location

New york city, NY

Salary

$ 75,298.00 - $ 75,298.00 (Annual)

Published

8 days ago

Career Level

Mid Level

Title Classification

Non-Competitive

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Social Worker


- Provide Trauma-informed crisis intervention and criminal justice advocacy to victim of human trafficking and other victims of crime.- In collaboration with agency staff, assess the urgency of victim's needs and seek immediate assistance from those issues affecting 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 trainings related to working with human trafficking victims- Conduct on-scene/field interviews and needs assessments of victims after hours as necessary (Weekends and after 5:00pm Weekdays).- Maintain cultural sensitivity, discretion and integrity to work on highly confidential investigations.- Perform other related duties.Preferred Skills- Bilingual candidates preferred.- Experience working with survivors/victims of human trafficking or victims of sexual assault.- At least 3+ years of work experience in Social Work.- Experience coordinating services for victims of human trafficking.- Experience in educating members of other processional disciplines by developing training curricula and presenting lectures on social work and the intricacies of trauma amongst human trafficking victims.- Knowledge of counseling interventions with trauma victims.- Must be willing to work with children.- Exceptional organizational, time-management and multi-tasking skills, including the ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, and work both independently and within a team environment.- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively and across disciplines are necessary.- Candidate(s) must have excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills.Additional InformationCandidates must possess the following qualifications:- A Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work.- A valid Licensed Master of Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS GRANT-FUNDED.Hours/ShiftMonday - Friday 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

Requirements

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or 2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above. Experienced (non-manager)