Overview

ABOUT US

Sanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence. Every year, Sanctuary empowers thousands of adults and children to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability, transforming lives through a comprehensive range of services. We provide a range of wrap-around services to help survivors rebuild their lives in the aftermath of abuse, and work to end gender violence through three key strategies: direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy. Our services are available in 11 locations throughout New York City.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Supervising Social Worker, works closely with and supports all Anti-Trafficking programing (Anti-Trafficking Initiative (ATI), Anti-Trafficking Policy (ATP), EMPOWER Center and the Legal Department, broadly, to bridge, build and strengthen efforts to collectively combat human trafficking in New York. The Senior Supervising Social Worker, will incorporate a clinical social work lens to all issues related to addressing human trafficking, including victim/survivor response efforts. The Senior Supervising Social Worker will develop ways to making a long lasting impact within the Anti-Trafficking movement, furthering the efforts of Sanctuary for Families as the leading service provider in the Anti-Trafficking space. The Senior Supervising Social Worker will provide direction and supervision to the ATI Case Management team, manage several state and federal grants, and carry a small clinical case load and educate the public, government, social service, legal, medical and law enforcement communities about issues relating to survivors of trafficking and other forms of gender-based violence. The Senior Supervising Social Worker, will advocate for legislative and policy advances that will help close loop holes and address the barriers experienced by survivors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Supports and collaborates with Directors from all SFF Anti-Trafficking programing on design, strategy, and implementation as well as external functions, planning, and advocacy

· Advocates for the macro and micro needs of survivors of trafficking and/or commercial sexual exploitation in a wide variety of social systems

· Collaborates with government agencies, community-based organizations, and the medical community to improve systemic responses to trafficked individuals

· Identifies opportunities to develop and enhance impact efforts to help further the Anti-Trafficking Movement

· Represents Sanctuary for Families at community events, and on advocacy committees and task forces

· Provides mentorship and direct and group supervision and support to ATI Case Managers and interns, as well as group supervision, training, and support to the Legal Center Case Managers supporting survivors of trafficking

· Provides direct field supervision to MSW interns, including SIFI certification, field practicum application, clinical supervisors meetings, and clinical seminar trainings

· Manages referral system, assigns cases, monitors client progress, ensures compliance with service plans and supports program staff in the screening, intake, funding enrollment, and assessment of client needs

· Responsible for crisis intervention, suicide assessment, safety planning

· Conducts biopsychosocial assessments

· Carries a clinical caseload and provides support, case consultation, and crisis intervention

· Provides affidavits and evaluations for immigration and other legal purposes

· Manages state and federal grants, including reviewing grant requests, liaising with grantors, ensuring compliance and supervising grant reporting

· Oversees the AVODAH Fellowship program

· Perform any other Legal Department or agency-related duties or special projects, as directed by Director

· Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling required; fully licensed preferred;

· A minimum of seven to nine (7-9) years of relevant clinical and/or program management experience;

· Excellent writing, research and analytical skills;

· Excellent public speaking skills;

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

· Excellent program management and supervisory skills;

· Experience working in the fields of human trafficking, domestic violence and immigration;

Ability to work independently and under pressure;

· Ability to work well with people of diverse educational, cultural and professional backgrounds;

· Ability to inspire and motivate;

· Demonstrated understanding of different national, cultural, and religious backgrounds; and

· Fluency in a community language other than English strongly preferred, especially Mandarin or Spanish;

Budgeted Salary: $75,000 – $85,000

Work position is hybrid.

Vaccination Policy: Proof of vaccination or proof of first dose with scheduled 2nd dose within 30 days is required.

Benefits:

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Employer retirement contribution
  • Paid time off
  • Flex spending account
  • Student loan assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Gym reimbursement program

All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, and shall also follow the requirements of the Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.

D.E.I Commitment: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values at Sanctuary for Families that represent our dedication to fostering a safe, respectful, responsive, and fair work environment. We recognize the value diversity holds in embracing all employees, clients, and volunteers regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or professional level.

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