Job Description

Division/Unit: Survivor Services Bureau/Counseling

Civil Service Title: Community Coordinator

Position Title: Assistant Supervisor

Salary Range: $100,000 - $100,000

Job Description:

The New York County District Attorney’s Office (DANY) has an immediate opening for an Assistant Supervisor of Counseling in the Survivor Services Bureau (SSB). In this position, the Assistant Supervisor will work in collaboration with the SSB Chiefs, Directors and Supervisors, and is responsible for ensuring SSB staff provide a full range of services to all crime victims, witnesses and their families. These services may include short term counseling, crisis intervention, community referrals, orientation to the criminal justice system, case status updates, and court support. Services will be provided in different office locations such as, the Main Office downtown, the Harlem Office and/or the Washington Heights Office.

There may be opportunity to be selected to focus in the areas of; Child victims, Men of Color, Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI), Elder abuse, Sex Crimes and Human Trafficking.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• •Work collaboratively with the Chiefs, Directors and Supervisors to ensure SSB staff provides a full range of services to victims of crime.
• Execute all duties in accordance with the SSB mission statement.
• Carry a caseload and manage any and/or all levels of a case where senior level expertise is required and in the absence of Chiefs, Directors and Supervisors. Provide crisis intervention and support.
• Assist with understanding the roles of outside agencies and liaise to identify and navigate resources available.
• Assist with implementation and coordination of staff and intern professional development, trainings to ensure that policies and protocols are followed accurately.
• Provide Clinical Supervision to SSB Counselors.
• Represent DANY/SSB at trainings and presentations.
• Serve as a back-up to staff schedule, and tasks as needed, including but not limit to last minute schedule changes and coverage resolution.
• Handle heavy volume of crisis and information calls.
• Ensure staff follow up contact with victims to monitor their connection to services.
• Perform related administrative duties as assigned.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:

• Master’s degree in social work and New York State LCSW
• 1 year of Clinical Supervisory experience.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• Written and oral Spanish, or Mandarin and or Cantonese fluency a plus.
• ASL proficiency a plus.
• SIFI certified/eligible a plus.
• Ability to work overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends.

How to Apply:

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

Hours/Shift:

• Shifts could vary between, 9 am - 5 pm, 9:30 am - 5:30 pm, 10 am - 6 pm.
• Overtime may be required, including nights and weekends.

Additional Information:

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
• One (1) year commitment to the hiring unit.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• 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
• 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
• 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.

Public Svc 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 at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement:

• City Residency is not required for this position.

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, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The New York County District Attorney’s Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office’s Professional Staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial Division, Investigation Division, Special Victims Division, Pathways to Public Safety Division, and Appeals Division, which handles all the Office’s matters in state and federal appellate courts.

Professional Staff members perform a variety of key functions for the Office, including supporting the five Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our Professional Staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development.

The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.