Job Description

Adelphi is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide trauma-focused therapeutic and crisis intervention services at a facility in Westchester County, New York.The ideal candidate will provide individual counseling and crisis intervention to crime victims, advocate on their behalf, and maintain accurate clinical documentation. Job Quick Facts • Reference #: BD-1528-01 • Profession: Licensed Clinical Social Worker • Specialty: Trauma Therapy / Crisis Intervention / Victim Services • Location: Westchester County, New York • Service Setting: victim services organization • Job Type: Contract • Coverage Type: Scheduled On-Site Services • Schedule: 35 hours/week, Monday–Friday, on-site • Start Date: TBC • Compensation: $ 65/hr Requirements • Active and unrestricted New York LCSW license • Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited institution • Minimum 5 years of experience counseling victims of crime • Experience with child/elder abuse, sexual and physical assault, domestic violence, or families of homicide victims • Demonstrable crisis intervention skills and exceptional interpersonal/relational skills • Working knowledge of the criminal justice system and victim advocacy processes • Ability to complete required background screening • Ability to provide proof of licensure and required professional liability insurance • Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation Responsibilities • Provide in-person and telephone individual therapy and crisis intervention to crime victims • Advocate on behalf of clients with outside agencies, including healthcare providers • Advocate on behalf of clients throughout the criminal justice process • Accompany clients to court proceedings when requested • Research and provide referrals and resource information to clients • Participate in internal staff meetings regarding individual client cases • Maintain accurate records and compile statistical/narrative reports as required • Provide services on-site, with offsite work only by prior approval • Comply with all applicable laws, funding requirements, and professional standards