Licensed Clinical Social Worker

About Kings Against Violence Initiative (KAVI)KAVI is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) youth-serving organization with a mission to prevent and eliminate interpersonal violence from the lives of young people through advocacy, peer leadership, community mobilization, and social justice. KAVI promotes community wellness and healing by operating high-impact youth violence prevention and intervention programs in Brooklyn. Our programs take place in hospital-based, school, and community settings. We are building a team of individuals willing to work hard, be creative, build on opportunities, and think out of the box. About our Community-Based Victim Services WorkOur community program is the newest component of our programming. Our Victim Services work provides community members impacted by crimes with vital resources to help them heal and recover. We provide counseling, housing support, limited financial compensation, and links to government agencies and community-based organizations. Job Description:This position is responsible for the provision of intensive case management, group activities and other program activities. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide intensive counseling and case management services to individuals impacted by violenceProvide client referrals to community service providers;Maintain intensive follow-up contact with clientsDocument consistently and accurately in written and computerized records all contacts with clients;Participate in violence prevention efforts with other providers as assigned;Facilitate group counseling sessions;Represent KAVI at community meetings and participate in violence prevention efforts with other providers as assigned;Participate in weekly staff meetings;Assist the director in representing KAVI to the media, public officials, community leaders, etc. on strategies to prevent interpersonal violence and improve services to youth;Conduct holistic assessments during the intake process and serve on the multidisciplinary team for KAVIs UCS Firearm Youth Intervention ProgramOther responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.QUALIFICATIONS:Licensed Clinical Social Worker License and CertificationDemonstrated commitment to working with those impacted by violenceDemonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to take constructive criticism and work well with supervisionAbility to work well with diverse populations;Punctual & extremely reliableHighly organized and detail-orientedMust be able to present self and program professionally;Bilingual strongly is helpful (Spanish, French Creole)Flexibility to work some evenings & weekendsApplicants with personal experience in overcoming violence/ violence-related injuries/ the criminal justice system Work Schedule/Location Hours: On-call Location: Restoration Plaza, 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, New YorkCompensation: This position is budgeted for $75,000-$85,000 annually, plus a cell phone and Metrocard stipend. How to Apply: Apply via Careers at KAVI - Kings Against Violence Initiative or send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io and include the position title in the subject line.KAVI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. KAVI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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