32BJ SEIU is a labor union organizationin the United States, representing building service, security, airport, and property maintenance workers. The union advocates for fair wages, benefits, workplace protections, and improved working conditions for its members.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1934, 32BJ is the largest union of property service workers in the nation and at the forefront of building the nation’s labor movement. Our mission is to build and grow a diverse, effective, politically independent and democratic organization of workers to change our lives for the better, improve our communities, and build a more just society for present and future generations.

The Union has approximately 450 staff in sixteen offices from Boston to Miami. 32BJ SEIU represents over 185,000 property service workers including janitors, security officers, airport workers, and food service employees in 11 states and Washington, DC. 32BJ SEIU’s headquarters are in New York City. 32BJ is an affiliate of SEIU, the Service Employees International Union, which has 2 million members dedicated to raising industry standards and making life better for all working families and communities.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Data Analytics and Strategy Director leads the union's efforts to leverage data, technology, and analytics in support of organizing, representation, member engagement, political action, and operational excellence. Managing a team of data professionals, this role partners with union officers and department leaders to establish strategic priorities, improve data quality and reporting, develop innovative tools, and promote a culture of data-driven decision-making. The Director is responsible for ensuring that data systems, analytics, and training programs effectively support the union's mission and long-term growth.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads and manages 32BJ’s data team, including budget management, resource allocation, and prioritization.
• Develop and maintain processes for evaluating, prioritizing, and managing requests for data, reporting, analytics, and technology projects.
• Serve as a bridge between technical staff and operational departments, ensuring data and technology solutions meet the needs of organizers, representatives, political staff, and members.
• Supervise the development of new tools for Union field and organizing operations.
• Improve, streamline, and expand data reports to align with organizational goals and decision-making needs.
• Develop processes, standards, and best practices to ensure consistent application and use of analytics.
• Build a robust training program and curriculum for users at various levels across the Union.
• Work closely with the IT Department on the development of new mobile applications and technologies.
• Provide analysis and reporting on key organizational priorities, including membership trends, organizing activity, member engagement, political participation, and other strategic initiatives.
• Monitor emerging trends in analytics, technology, artificial intelligence, and data management and assess opportunities for application within the Union.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 7 years of management experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing data strategy in a complex organization.
• Strong data management and technology expertise, including the ability to translate operational needs into effective data architecture
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and working with vendors on software development, implementation, and technology initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and inspire staff, as well as oversee team growth. 
• Demonstrated success improving data quality, reporting, governance, and organizational use of data.
• Strong hands-on experience with SQL, database development and maintenance, CRM platforms, and business intelligence tools.
• Experience in information management projects and programs, including implementing and leveraging enterprise application development methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience using AI models for wide range of projects, such as leveraging large data sets for analytics, chatbots and text translation
• A degree in Data Science, Data Analytics, or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience working for a labor union or other mission-driven organizations and a commitment to social and economic justice are strongly preferred.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this role is $145k – $155k, based on experience. 32BJ offers a generous benefits package that includes a fully employer-paid medical, dental and vision plan (for full-time employees and their qualified dependents) and retirement benefits, including a defined benefit pension plan and 401K. 32BJ offers paid time off including three weeks’ vacation, eleven holidays, twelve sick days, and after the first year of service, four personal days. 

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The Juvenile Rights Practice (JRP) is seeking an experienced Forensic Social Worker to work on immigration needs for Juvenile Rights clients. The Forensic Social Worker (FSW) is part of an interdisciplinary team of lawyers, paralegals, and other supporting roles that will work on the legal representation of children, ages 0 to 21 years, who are before NYC family courts on child protective, PINS (Persons-In-Need-of-Supervision), juvenile delinquency, and termination of parental rights petitions. The FSW will handle citywide immigration matters with an interdisciplinary team. The FSW will provide social work services primarily to undocumented New York City youth and unaccompanied immigrant JRP clients. The FSW will also advocate with the New York Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) and foster care agency personnel to meet the social, health and mental health needs of JRP immigrant clients.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide short-term crisis intervention and clinical assessments of immigrant youth and children represented by JRP
• Make social service referrals to developmentally appropriate mental health and substance use treatment services, facilitate admission to psychiatric hospital or detoxification, and help clients to access social networks and support to reduce isolation
• Provide educational advocacy and assist with school enrollment
• Assess eligibility and refer clients for specific benefits available to undocumented individuals and families
• Assist clients in obtaining health insurance where necessary
• Review psychiatric records
• Advocacy with courts, USCIS, asylum offices, either orally or in writing, to present client issues and mitigating circumstances
• Provide training to JRP staff on topics such as interdisciplinary collaboration, suicide prevention, mental health diagnoses, children and youth development, and youth-specific services
• Participate in consults with attorneys and joint attorney-client meetings
• Attend staff intake meetings and case conferences to provide general guidance on issues affecting the broader JRP caseload
• Assist with referrals to appropriate psychiatrist/psychologist for evaluation
• Support organizational initiatives to create a uniform practice across all boroughs
• Collaborate and communicate in an interdisciplinary environment
• Participate in training modules and contribute to the professional development of interdisciplinary teams
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications:

• An MSW degree and New York State license in social work (LMSW) preferred, or MSW degree and ability to obtain New York State LMSW within 6 months of hire
• Strong diagnostic skills with experience working with children and adolescent clients with the following special needs: special education, mental illness (MICA), physical illnesses and physical disabilities, intellectual and developmental delays, and clients with histories of childhood sexual and physical abuse, survivors of trafficking and other forms of violence and trauma, as well as with histories of substance use
• Ability to interface with court personnel, immigration judges, school personnel, and NYC Admin for Children’s Services (ACS)
• Ability to negotiate with community-based treatment providers and governmental agencies, including child welfare agencies, the Department of Education, HRA
• Ability to quickly develop treatment plans

Preferred qualifications:  

• 2+ years of relevant experience, including working with immigrant populations or trauma-informed care is strongly preferred
• Experience in and/or commitment to advocacy on behalf of low-income people, immigrants, and children strongly desired
• Ability to manage a reasonable volume of cases and solve problems creatively
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and court advocacy skills 
• Proficiency in other languages, particularly Spanish language, is strongly desired
• Ability to work in and value collaborative team model  
• Prior employment with Legal Aid, a plus

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The salary range represents a good faith estimate of the range we expect to pay for this role. The actual salary offered may vary depending on many factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as collectively bargained salary steps for unionized roles.

Salary Range: $83,631 - $125,627

The Legal Aid Society offers a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more. Click here to read more about benefits.

Higher Education and Loan Forgiveness

The Legal Aid Society is a qualified employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This position allows an employee to take advantage of PSLF and other State and Federal loan forgiveness programs. Additionally, employees who are New York residents may be eligible for assistance from New York state to assist with loan repayments, depending on years of practice. To learn more, click the links below. 

studentaid.gov

hesc.ny.gov/loan-forgiveness-programs

WORK AUTHORIZATION

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit. We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits. (However, for citizens of Canada and Mexico, LAS will provide a letter documenting employment status that is needed to obtain a TN visa.)

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must be completed online via the career portal. We do not accept emailed applications. Submit the following documents as a combined PDF:

• Cover Letter
• Resume 

For technical difficulties or questions regarding this posting, please email TalentAcquisition@legal-aid.org.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, The Legal Aid Society prohibits discriminatory employment actions against and treatment of its employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived race or color, size (including bone structure, body size, height, shape, and weight), religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity (one’s internal deeply-held sense of one’s gender which may be the same or different from one’s sex assigned at birth); gender expression (the representation of gender as expressed through, for example, one’s name, choice of pronouns, clothing, haircut, behavior, voice, or body characteristics; gender expression may not conform to traditional gender-based stereotypes assigned to specific gender identities), disability, marital status, relationship and family structure (including domestic partnerships, polyamorous families and individuals, chosen family, platonic co-parents, and multigenerational families), genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice and excellent representation. We are dedicated to building a strong professional relationship with each of our clients (people), to understanding their diverse circumstances, and to meeting their needs. Our ability to achieve these goals depends on the efforts of all of us and our ability to build strong relationships with our colleagues. Every member of our community is expected to continuously learn about the dynamic, evolving, and emerging field of knowledge of identity, bias, and systemic forms of oppression and participate in productive efforts to dismantling bias in all forms.

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Ella Kreydina Psychotherapy, LCSW PLLC is a small independent private psychotherapy practice based in Brooklyn. We concentrate on helping clients work through shame, anxiety and panic, relationship struggles, burnout, trauma, and life transitions, using a compassion driven, emotion-focused and psychodynamic lens.

This is a clinical training position for an LMSW who wants to deepen their psychotherapy skills in a close-knit setting. The LMSW will carry an individual therapy caseload that grows over time to 20 clients and receive weekly supervision. The LMSW will take part in the full life of the practice as well as learn how to foster your own practice identity with the intention of leaving and taking these clients and establishing their own entity once fully licensed.

Provide individual psychotherapy to a caseload that builds to 19-25 clients per week.

Conduct intake assessments and collaborate on diagnostic impressions and treatment plans.

Write timely, accurate progress notes and treatment plans in the practice EHR.

Prepare for and actively use supervision in an appropriate manner.

Active New York State LMSW license.

Eligibility to practice under supervision toward the LCSW,

Strong foundation in clinical assessment, risk assessment, and ethical practice.

This role is designed to prepare you to one day run a practice of your own. You will be mentored and be able to build a practice you will be invested in, not just handed a caseload. Over time, you can expect to learn the business foundations: how to set up a PLLC, choose an office, and handle liability insurance, taxes, and bookkeeping, insurance and fees: how in-network and out-of-network practice work, credentialing with insurance panels, and how to set and discuss fees, getting referrals: building a professional presence, creating a Psychology Today profile etc. 

You will be informed in a detailed manner on the ins and outs of running the front end and back end including: intake processes, scheduling, cancellation policies, and client communication. 

Sustaining the work will be focused on, specifically managing your caseload, setting boundaries, and preventing burnout. Complete control over scheduling and position is fully remote, however if you are interested in person sessions that can be arranged. Time off is at your discretion.

Comprehensive and fully rounded intentional supervision from a provider who is interested in cultivating growth. We will map out your path together, with check-ins on your clinical and professional goals. My hope is that you leave this role clinically confident and ready to build the practice you want.

Social Worker Level II - Primary Care Human Rights Clinic (PCHR)

Are you an experienced Social Worker who enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support individuals who have experienced human rights abuses or social injustice?

Do you have experience providing trauma-informed care and seeking a role whereby you can create a safe, respectful environment for patients who have experienced persecution, displacement, violence or other significant trauma?

Are you a strong patient and family advocate with experience to navigating healthcare and community systems to address barriers to care?

If so, Bellevue Hospital has the perfect role for you!

The Primary Care Human Rights Clinic (PCHRC) at Bellevue Hospital provides comprehensive, interdisciplinary, trauma-informed care for patients who have experienced persecution and human rights abuses. The PCHRC offers primary care and embedded behavioral health care, in a supportive environment where patients can continue to seek care and heal. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

·        Conducting comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop appropriate interventions.

·        Providing ongoing supportive counseling and specialized evidence-based psychotherapy for complex trauma. 

·        Collaborating with patients, families, providers, and community agencies on appropriate treatment and referrals. 

·        Connecting patients with community resources, concrete services, transportation, and appropriate levels of mental health care.

·        Service as an advocate and negotiate with healthcare and community agencies to secure needed services for patients.

Work Schedule:

9:00 A.M – 5:00 P.M. Monday - Friday, No weekends required. 35 hours per week.

Minimum Requirements:

Valid license as an LMSW issued by the NYSED; or Valid license as an LCSW issued by the NYSED is required.

Department Preferences:

Two (2) years of related experience with complex psychosocial stressors, chronic illness, and trauma with an adult patient population is highly preferred.

Contact: Monique.Lalane@nychhc.org

https://careers.nychhc.org/psp/hrtam/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=137622&PostingSeq=1

NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue is America’s oldest public hospital, established in 1736. Affiliated with the NYU School of Medicine, the 844-bed hospital is a major referral center for highly complex cases, with its 6,000 employees including highly skilled, interdisciplinary clinical staff. It sees more than 110,000 emergency room visits and 700,000 outpatient visits annually. Bellevue is an academic medical institution of international renown. We have served as an incubator for major innovations in public health, medical science, and medical education. Bellevue is a Level I Trauma Center delivering around-the-clock care in adult, pediatric, psychiatric and pediatric psychiatric emergencies as well as in the nationally-designated categories of cardiology, neurology, toxicology, and neonatology. In addition to providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient state-of-the-art care Bellevue is a city-wide medical specialty referral source. Bellevue’s clinical centers of excellence include: Emergency Medicine and Trauma Care; Cardiovascular Services; Designated Regional Perinatal Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (ICU); Comprehensive Children’s Psychiatric Emergency Program; and Cancer Services.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Examples of Typical Tasks: 

With or without supervision, based upon licensure, performs the typical tasks described in Assignment Level I at a higher level: 

1. Screens charts for historical and clinical information, conducts psychosocial evaluations through interviews with patients and/or identified surrogates and formulates appropriate social work treatment plans. 

2. Works within health care setting offices or in community settings within NYC to provide individual and group counseling, as well as concrete social services, as required. 

3. Confers and consults with professionals in other disciplines to determine and implement a multidisciplinary approach to patient care and to develop treatment plans, evaluate patients’ progress, develop discharge and aftercare plans and recommend alternative action or treatment. 

4. Provides outreach services, makes referrals to other governmental, public and/or community agencies, prepares patients to accept services, provides direct social work services on high-risk cases and may escort patients in connection with community activities and referrals, as needed. 

5. As a mandated reporter, documents and reports suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the New York State Central Registry. 

6. Appears and testifies at administrative and court hearings, as necessary. 

7. Assists in plans for institutional or hospital discharge and other post institutional/hospital care; evaluates alternate care arrangements for patients, where needed. 

8. Participates in staff conferences and other related social work meetings, special studies, committees and/or research projects and internal/external quality assurance/performance improvement (QA/PI) activities, programs, and trainings, as required. 

9. Prepares reports and related paperwork; keeps appropriate records. 

10. Ensures ongoing compliance with NYC Health + Hospitals policies and procedures with national standards and other applicable external regulatory requirements, guidelines, and accreditation authorities, as well as safety and quality management standards. 

11. May assist in the provision of clinical services only under supervision of a New York State LCSW, licensed psychologist, or psychiatrist. 

12. Performs other related duties, as directed and with required supervision. 

Minimum Qualifications

For Assignment to Level II

1. Valid license as an LMSW issued by the NYSED; or

2. Valid license as an LCSW issued by the NYSED.

Benefits

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• College Savings Program 
• Union Benefits for eligible titles 
• Multiple employee discounts programs
• Commuter Benefits Programs

Dialysis center

Provides psychosocial services to patients treated by the facility including in-center and home dialysis patients (if applicable) utilizing Social Work Theory of Human Behavior and accepted methods of social work practice. Works with the health care team to promote positive adjustment, rehabilitation and improved quality of life for our patients. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, informs, educates and supports staff in understanding the emotional, psychological and behavioral impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on the patient and family to ensure comprehensive quality care of our patients. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Indicators and Outcomes and Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and quality of life and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMCNA Quality Goals.

• Patient Assessment / Care Planning / Counseling
• As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assesses patients' psychosocial status, strengths and areas of need that may affect rehabilitation and optimal treatment outcomes as part of the comprehensive patient assessment.
• Participates in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team to identify effective interventions that will help the patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life.
• Utilizes FKC patient education programs, established social work theory and methods, social work focused interventions, and quality of life measurement instruments as part of assessment and care planning to address barriers and meet patient treatment goals.
• Provides monitoring and interventions for the patient to adjust to dialysis and achieve optimal psychosocial status and quality of life.
• Provides supportive counseling services to patients as permitted within the scope of their clinical training and state license.
• Provides educational and goal directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplant.
• Provides information and assists the team and patient with referral to community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.
• Maintains current knowledge regarding local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and assist patients with referral and access to vocational rehabilitation to enable them to remain employed, become employed or receive education.
• Assesses patient awareness of advance directives; assists with accessing advance directive forms/information and facilitates discussion of advance directive wishes, if necessary, with the healthcare team and the patient's family/support persons.
• In collaboration with the physician and nurse, participates in the discussion of patient DNR status in the facility to ensure patient and/or family understand and make an informed decision about their care.
• Knowledgeable of and adheres to FMCNA Social Work Policy and Measuring Patient Physical and Mental Function Policy, including documentation.
• Documents based on MSW interaction and interventions provided to patient and/or family.
• Quality
• Provides psychosocial support and/or Social Work Focused Interventions to address non-adherence, quality outcome, and quality of life concerns for all patients based on acuity level.
• Participates in monthly Quality review meetings with the interdisciplinary team. Reports on quality indicators related to adherence, such as Missed and Shortened Treatments, Quality of Life Trends, and Service Recovery.
• Patient Education
• Assesses patient knowledge of kidney disease for barriers that may affect adherence to treatment. Works with patient, family and health care team to provide education tailored to the patient’s learning style, communication barriers, and needs.
• With other members of the interdisciplinary team, provides appropriate information about all treatment modalities.
• Facilitates the transplant referral process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team on transplant waitlist management.
• Provides ongoing education to patient/family regarding psychosocial issues related to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and all support services that are available.
• Reviews patient rights and responsibilities, grievance information (company and network) and other facilities policies with patient and/or the patients’ representative to ensure patients’ understanding of the rights and expectations of them.
• Collaborates with the team on appropriate QAI activities.
• Patient Admission and Continuity of Care
• Reviews Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Grievance Procedure & Important Numbers Handout, FKC Non-discrimination policy, DNR Statement (if applicable) and address any immediate needs/concerns.
• Understands the referral and admission process and supports the clinic in regard to the patient needs for scheduling to maximize adherence and adjustment.
• The Social Worker will interview the patient to identify root causes or concerns for the discharge request, (i.e. transfer to hospice, relocation, dissatisfaction with services or staff) and share causes/concerns with operational leadership,
• Insurance and Financial Assistance
• Collaborates and functions as a liaison for patient with Insurance Coordinators to address issues related to insurance.
• In collaboration with Insurance Coordinators, provides information and education to patients about payment to dialysis (federal, state, commercial insurance, state renal programs, AKF HIPP, and entitlement programs).
• Collaborates with the Insurance Coordinator of any changes to patient state that impacts insurance i.e. transplantation, discharged, loss of coverage, or extended travel.
• Refers patients to patient billing solutions (PBS) department for questions/concerns in regard to treatment related bills
• Works with the administrative support staff to maintain updated patient resource lists (e.g. maintain updated list of transportation resources).
• Provides training to staff pertaining to psychosocial topics as needed.
• Contributes and participates with weekly team huddles. Discusses any urgent patient issues with staff.
• Adheres to work defined caseload guidelines based on state regulatory requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Masters in Social Work
• Must have state required license

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SAGE is the world’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning, and other self-identifying members of the community). Founded in 1978 and headquartered in New York City, SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources for LGBTQ+ older adults and their caregivers, advocates for public policy changes that address the needs of LGBTQ+ older people and provides cultural competency training for aging providers and LGBTQ+ organizations.

Summary:

The Center Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of daily operations at the SAGE Center, including staff supervision, program delivery, budget management, community engagement, and compliance with DFTA and agency requirements. The role provides leadership for center operations, strengthens systems and processes, supports the development and performance of staff, and ensures programs and services are responsive to the needs of LGBTQ+ older adults. The Center Director is accountable for maintaining high-quality service delivery, fostering community partnerships, using data and participant feedback to inform decision-making, and promoting an inclusive, culturally responsive environment that advances SAGE's mission.

Role Details:

• Status: Full-Time, non-exempt
• Work location and schedule: ~35 hours per week, 10:00am to 6:00pm, onsite at SAGE Center Harlem, 220 West 143rd Street, New York NY 10030. Some evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel required.

Center Leadership & Operations

• Manage and oversee all daily center operations, including congregate meals, food pantry, and program delivery
• Develop and maintain detailed operational schedules to ensure smooth execution of activities
• Evaluate workflows and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality
• Supervise Program Coordinators, staff, consultants, and volunteers
• Consistently meet with staff to plan and evaluate programming and center operations

Program & Event Management

• Coordinate health, wellness, arts, education, and social programming
• Ensure seamless execution of both in-person and virtual events
• Establish systems to track program logistics, attendance, and outcomes
• Gather participant and staff feedback to improve programming quality

Food Program & Service Delivery

• Review and optimize meal program schedules and food pantry operations
• Ensure timely and safe food distribution aligned with participant needs
• Develop and implement training for staff on food safety and customer service
• Ensure compliance with NYC Department for the Aging (DFTA) standards

Staff Supervision & Development

• Conduct regular check-ins, supervision, and formal performance evaluations
• Identify strengths and areas for growth across staff team
• Develop and implement staff training and professional development plans
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment

Community Engagement & Outreach

• Develop and execute outreach strategies across digital, print, and community channels
• Increase participation and visibility of programs
• Partner with community organizations to expand programming and cultural offerings
• Communicate program schedules clearly to participants and stakeholders

Program Development & Cultural Competency

• Assess existing programs to identify gaps in services and cultural responsiveness
• Design culturally competent programming that reflects community needs
• Ensure language access, cultural awareness, and inclusivity across services
• Utilize demographic data and community feedback to inform programming

Compliance, Data & Administration

• Oversee data collection, tracking, and reporting procedures
• Ensure timely submission of all required contract and funder reports
• Monitor program outcomes and performance metrics
• Ensure compliance with agency policies and government regulations

Financial & Administrative Management

• Manage center budget and grant funding
• Monitor expenditures and ensure alignment with funding requirements
• Collaborate with Development on funding opportunities
• Serve as liaison to the participant Advisory Council

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Care Management to ensure effective service delivery
• Work with Communications to promote programming and center presence
• Collaborate with other Center Directors to align practices across sites
• Provide coverage of similar responsibilities while roles are vacant or team members are on leave
• Support SAGE’s participation in the Heritage of Pride Parade and/or other Pride Month events;
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned

Need-to-haves: 

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of nonprofit program management experience (including supervision), or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience managing budgets, grants, and program deliverables
• Strong data tracking, reporting, and performance monitoring experience
• Knowledge of nonprofit operations and program management systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse communities
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• NYC Food Handler’s License (or ability to obtain early in employment)

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience working with LGBTQ+ and/or BIPOC communities
• Familiarity with NYC Department for the Aging (DFTA) guidelines
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

Values:

Beliefs that matter in this role and which shape and guide our actions and decisions at work:

• Commitment to SAGE’s mission and improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older adults
• Equity, dignity, and inclusion in all aspects of service delivery
• Cultural humility and responsiveness to diverse communities
• Collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• A participant-centered approach that prioritizes safety, affirmation, and belonging

SAGE offers a rich benefits package including:

• Two medical insurance plan options in which to enroll – with a very generous HRA contribution by SAGE and premium subsidies
• An annually funded HRA (of up to $5k) for gender affirming care not covered by medical insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance with premium subsidies
• A safe harbor 401(k) plan with a match from SAGE of up to 5%
• Generous PTO and office closures for holidays (including ½ day closures the day before many holidays!)
• 100% SAGE-paid family and medical leave for up to 12 weeks
• 8 weeks of Sabbatical leave after seven years of employment
• 100% SAGE-paid disability and life insurance with the opportunity to elect additional life insurance coverage for the employee and their dependents
• Medical and dependent care FSA and transit pre-tax benefits
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free and confidential support from licensed counselors on a variety of issues
• A really terrific team! An opportunity to help make a positive impact on SAGE staff and culture!
• A chance to support the LGBTQ+ community and be a part of an organization doing vital work!

Application Instructions: Please apply through our careers page: https://www.sageusa.org/about-us/careers/. Please include both your resume and a cover letter describing your interest in working with us and what you’d bring to the role!

Got questions? Email careers@sageusa.org with questions about the application process.

Just a reminder:

SAGE is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, age, citizenship status, marital or family status, family medical history or genetic information, veteran status, HIV serostatus, military or military discharge status, height, weight, disability or handicap, domestic violence victim status, employment status, socioeconomic status, criminal history or arrest record, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, natural hair or hairstyle, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. SAGE is dedicated to this policy, with respect to all matters concerning employment.

Founded in 1976, DOROT (“generations” in Hebrew) facilitates a dynamic partnership between older adults, volunteers, and professionals through programs designed to combat social isolation and loneliness and bring the generations together. DOROT is dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults to help them live more independently as valued community members. Compassion and commitment to excellence are hallmarks of DOROT’s programs and staff. The agency is a recognized innovative leader in mobilizing volunteers and infusing social work into its service delivery model. Our programs are conducted onsite, in the home, remotely and in the community.  

LOCATION

DOROT Westchester, located in White Plains, is a satellite location to our NYC headquarters. Working in a hybrid model, the Manager of Social Work Supported Programs will work in the White Plains office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and remotely the remaining days. Fieldwork is conducted throughout the entire work week as needed.

ABOUT DOROT

Founded in 1976, DOROT (“generations” in Hebrew) facilitates a dynamic partnership between older adults, volunteers, and professionals through programs designed to combat social isolation and loneliness and bring the generations together. DOROT is dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults to help them live more independently as valued community members. Compassion and commitment to excellence are hallmarks of DOROT’s programs and staff. The agency is a recognized innovative leader in mobilizing volunteers and infusing social work into its service delivery model. Our programs are conducted onsite, in the home, remotely and in the community.    

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Regional Director of Westchester, the Manager of Social Work Supported Programs serves as a strategic partner to the Regional Director and NYC peers to address a broad array of social work and program matters. The role includes clinical and operational oversight of psycho-social in-home assessments of older adults and the Friendly Visiting program, supervision of social workers and interns and oversight for short-term case assistance and crisis intervention.   

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Contribute to the overall success of the Westchester regional office by being a dynamic, thoughtful, and conscientious leader that demonstrates clinical expertise and creativity in program development and operations.    
• Work with DOROT’s Manhattan-based Constituent and Community Services (CCS) team on a routine basis to ensure programmatic partnership, continuity of practice, and important synergies among portfolios and staff teams. 
• Develop and support agency and regional office goals and lead new strategic opportunities that arise.   
• Encourage, track, and share constituent stories to support the agency’s work to elevate our impact with our constituents for a variety of purposes.   
• Represent DOROT at professional meetings/conferences and networking events and build productive relationships with community partners and aging service professionals. 

 PRIMARY PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Manage and oversee social work supported programming and services for the Westchester regional office, with a focus on institutional excellence and strategic vision. 
• Support the refinement, understanding of and compliance with team operations, social work best practices, and policies in both independent and teamwork. This includes partnership with the Regional Director of Westchester and the CCS Director to: 
• Refine and manage workflow to meet portfolio priorities in partnership  
• Codify program protocols and establish programmatic enhancements and efficiencies. 
• Be a partner to the Westchester Program Coordinator who oversees the Package Delivery and Birthday Reveler Visiting Programs 
• Inspire, mentor, and oversee a team of social workers responsible for Home Assessment, Friendly Visiting, and other social engagement programs ensuring the best possible service delivery and support for current and prospective DOROT constituents.  
• Provide clinical supervision of LMSW social workers pursuing their LCSW through the state of NY and MSW intern as well as programmatic supervision of undergraduate college interns  
• Manage key operational components of Westchester’s social work programming and services: 
• With Advancement, provide content and program metrics for funding proposals/reports and marketing materials. 
• With Program Impact, enhance program impact tools including feedback forms and surveys. 
• Provision and delegation of assessment and response to the case assistance needs of older adults, caregivers, and volunteers who require additional and focused social work support 
• Carry a small caseload of high-need constituents 
• Ensure timely and accurate collection, tracking, maintenance of participation data and related interactions/engagements in both DOROT’s online database (Salesforce based) and the NYS Peer Place Database. This involves routine case notes and data entry; consistent review of statistics; and coordination with the Program Coordinator on monthly and annual grant reports for the Westchester Department of Senior Programs and Services. 
• Other projects as assigned  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• An LCSW with a minimum of 5 years professional social work experience, demonstrating an increasing level of responsibility; SIFI preferred 
• Passion for DOROT’s mission
• A proven track record of managing a social work cohort, with at least 3 years of experience as a social work supervisor 
• Direct experience with and comprehensive understanding of the field of aging and social work best practices
• Demonstrated experience fostering a spirit of collaboration with staff during both routine and transformational periods, and capacity to address challenges with flexibility, sensitivity, and creativity 
• Ability to empower others to achieve results
• Capacity to think strategically, take initiative, and problem solve while incorporating sound clinical judgment 
• Knowledge of and experience in working with community network of aging services, ideally in Westchester County
• Experience in recruiting new clients and volunteers, and keeping them engaged post recruitment is strongly preferred
• Experience in effectively utilizing metrics to inform and improve program goals 
• Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills
• Availability to work up to approximately 5 Sundays per year for programs or events that may not be within the regular scope of work. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite; familiarity with Salesforce and Peer Place a plus. 

WHY WORK WITH US

At DOROT, we believe that the power of connection can be transformative. Working with us means that you will have:

• The ability to make an impact. DOROT is a mission-driven organization filled with passionate people focused on having a positive impact on the lives of our clients.
• Generous time off. DOROT offers 20 days of vacation per year, 10 paid Federal holidays and up to as many as 13 paid Jewish holidays, as well as early office closures on Fridays. We also provide fully paid Parental Leave and other generous Leave policies.
• Healthcare benefits. Medical, vision, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, and more. We offer a choice of benefits to ensure that you and your family are taken care of.
• Support to plan for your future. DOROT currently offers all employees an opportunity to participate in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan immediately upon hire. Additionally, DOROT will make discretionary quarterly contributions to eligible employees’ 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan in the quarter following completion of 2 years of service with eligibility for increasing contributions for employees with more than 5 and more than 10 years of service.  

This position is exempt, and candidates can expect an annual base salary between $78,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience. 

Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.

It is the policy of DOROT, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals for employment or advancement without discrimination because of race, color, religion creed, political association, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, pregnancy, handicap disability, genetic, genetic characteristics, or other protected status.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Contribute to the overall success of the Westchester regional office by being a dynamic, thoughtful, and conscientious leader that demonstrates clinical expertise and creativity in program development and operations.    
• Work with DOROT’s Manhattan-based Constituent and Community Services (CCS) team on a routine basis to ensure programmatic partnership, continuity of practice, and important synergies among portfolios and staff teams. 
• Develop and support agency and regional office goals and lead new strategic opportunities that arise.   
• Encourage, track, and share constituent stories to support the agency’s work to elevate our impact with our constituents for a variety of purposes.   
• Represent DOROT at professional meetings/conferences and networking events and build productive relationships with community partners and aging service professionals. 

 PRIMARY PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Manage and oversee social work supported programming and services for the Westchester regional office, with a focus on institutional excellence and strategic vision. 
• Support the refinement, understanding of and compliance with team operations, social work best practices, and policies in both independent and teamwork. This includes partnership with the Regional Director of Westchester and the CCS Director to: 
• Refine and manage workflow to meet portfolio priorities in partnership  
• Codify program protocols and establish programmatic enhancements and efficiencies. 
• Be a partner to the Westchester Program Coordinator who oversees the Package Delivery and Birthday Reveler Visiting Programs 
• Inspire, mentor, and oversee a team of social workers responsible for Home Assessment, Friendly Visiting, and other social engagement programs ensuring the best possible service delivery and support for current and prospective DOROT constituents.  
• Provide clinical supervision of LMSW social workers pursuing their LCSW through the state of NY and MSW intern as well as programmatic supervision of undergraduate college interns  
• Manage key operational components of Westchester’s social work programming and services: 
• With Advancement, provide content and program metrics for funding proposals/reports and marketing materials. 
• With Program Impact, enhance program impact tools including feedback forms and surveys. 
• Provision and delegation of assessment and response to the case assistance needs of older adults, caregivers, and volunteers who require additional and focused social work support 
• Carry a small caseload of high-need constituents 
• Ensure timely and accurate collection, tracking, maintenance of participation data and related interactions/engagements in both DOROT’s online database (Salesforce based) and the NYS Peer Place Database. This involves routine case notes and data entry; consistent review of statistics; and coordination with the Program Coordinator on monthly and annual grant reports for the Westchester Department of Senior Programs and Services. 
• Other projects as assigned  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• An LCSW with a minimum of 5 years professional social work experience, demonstrating an increasing level of responsibility; SIFI preferred 
• Passion for DOROT’s mission
• A proven track record of managing a social work cohort, with at least 3 years of experience as a social work supervisor 
• Direct experience with and comprehensive understanding of the field of aging and social work best practices
• Demonstrated experience fostering a spirit of collaboration with staff during both routine and transformational periods, and capacity to address challenges with flexibility, sensitivity, and creativity 
• Ability to empower others to achieve results
• Capacity to think strategically, take initiative, and problem solve while incorporating sound clinical judgment 
• Knowledge of and experience in working with community network of aging services, ideally in Westchester County
• Experience in recruiting new clients and volunteers, and keeping them engaged post recruitment is strongly preferred
• Experience in effectively utilizing metrics to inform and improve program goals 
• Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills
• Availability to work up to approximately 5 Sundays per year for programs or events that may not be within the regular scope of work. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite; familiarity with Salesforce and Peer Place a plus. 

WHY WORK WITH US

At DOROT, we believe that the power of connection can be transformative. Working with us means that you will have:

• The ability to make an impact. DOROT is a mission-driven organization filled with passionate people focused on having a positive impact on the lives of our clients.
• Generous time off. DOROT offers 20 days of vacation per year, 10 paid Federal holidays and up to as many as 13 paid Jewish holidays, as well as early office closures on Fridays. We also provide fully paid Parental Leave and other generous Leave policies.
• Healthcare benefits. Medical, vision, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, and more. We offer a choice of benefits to ensure that you and your family are taken care of.
• Support to plan for your future. DOROT currently offers all employees an opportunity to participate in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan immediately upon hire. Additionally, DOROT will make discretionary quarterly contributions to eligible employees’ 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan in the quarter following completion of 2 years of service with eligibility for increasing contributions for employees with more than 5 and more than 10 years of service.  

We are a small, cohesive team of professionals (and animals) who offer in-person and remote therapy options, including office-based therapy, walk-and-talk sessions on our farm, and equine assisted psychotherapy, to adults and children ages 8+.

The warm, welcoming team at Adirondack Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, LCSW, is seeking a licensed therapist (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC) to provide individual therapy to adults, teens, and kids ages 8+ at our offices, located on Haven Oaks Farm in Moreau, NY.

We offer office-based therapy, walk-and-talk sessions on the farm, equine assisted psychotherapy, and remote therapy via phone and video.

Our team of vibrant professionals is looking to welcome a clinician who shares our progressive vision for connecting with our clients, our therapy animals, and our colleagues to provide holistic, effective, inclusive mental health treatment in a relaxed, collaborative environment. Candidates can expect to enjoy a workplace where they are valued, appreciated, and supported, and the farm provides an idyllic, restorative setting for clients and staff alike.

• Conduct mental health therapy sessions using evidence-based practices
• Assess patient needs, develop and maintain individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and records following HIPAA , licensing, and insurance guidelines.
• Collaborate with community/medical resources as needed for patient intake and clinical care
• Utilize premium skills and evidence-based models of therapy for effective patient care.
• Stay updated on best practices and research in the field to enhance therapy outcomes.
• Obtain training in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
• Maintain licensing requirements and maintain active licensure.

Minimum Master's level valid, current New York State license (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC)

Prior horse experience preferred but not necessary.

• Join a fun, supportive team with a structured and organized management style that provides resources, support, connection, and encouragement
• Schedule: M-F 8:30a-4:30p, on-site at our therapy offices, located at Haven Oaks Farm in Moreau, NY, with one remote day working from home
• Competitive pay
• Robust Paid Time Off benefits, including holiday, sick, and vacation time
• 401(k) retirement savings with generous employer-matching contributions
• Health Insurance Premium stipend
• Paid Family Medical Leave
• Paid prenatal care time off
• Access to high-interest savings account for long-term savings
• Ability to work with clients in the office or outside on our beautiful farm
• Billing and insurance handled entirely by admin staff
• Assistance with client communication provided by admin staff
• Professional clinical supervision and collaboration, as well as non-clinical peer support and collaboration
• Intuitive online charting through EHR, utilizing provided templates
• Covered under AEAP professional liability policy
• Provide powerful, effective mental health intervention and treatment to clients through equine assisted psychotherapy after completion of initial training program
• Ongoing, on-site training in equine assisted psychotherapy
• Comfy barn clothes are your "uniform"!

Liberation-Based Therapy LCSW, PLLC is a psychotherapeutic group practice focused on supporting mental health and wellness through the lens of liberation-based healing practices. The practice serves everyone with a focus on BIPOC, immigrant communities / stories, LGBTQIA2S+ and intimate partnerships, including integrated families and open relationship structures. We work with creatives, artists, activists, individuals, couples, families, and small groups.

We believe that within the therapeutic process, we can center reassurance, relief, resistance; and ways toward rest and creative activism. These ideals can be considerations for all of us to feel more connected to ourselves and our relationships. We reflect who we work with - everyone and anyone who sees themselves at the intersections or the crossroads.

This position includes providing diagnosis, mental status, direct treatment, performing client intake and assessments, developing treatment plans, and guiding the treatment process for clients toward a natural ending. The psychotherapist must be able to guide themselves with the code of ethics; adhering to client confidentiality standards, continued therapeutic training in their area of interest; participate in individual as well as group supervision. To foster greater client empowerment, all direct psychotherapy treatment duties are to be carried out through a client-centered, liberation-based perspective using evidence-based treatment modalities. 

Delivering Individual, Couple and/or Family Therapy

• Work with children and adults using various modalities including individual, couple, family, and group therapy, as needed.
• Provide direct psychotherapy treatment – including noting diagnosis, mental status, assessments, and treatment planning. 
• Maintain accurate records and charting of client files. Ensure that client documentation is completed in a timely manner and within 48 hours of the client encounter. 
• Provide regular statistical reporting as required and within bounds of confidentiality regulations as requested by supervisory or administrative staff. 
• At times, care coordination with those providing psychiatric services, medical services and or psychological services, if needed.

Required Supervision and Meetings

1. Required Staff meetings are held three times a year. 
2. Required Supervision weekly supervision either individual and/or group. Tailor supervision plan to meet your needs. 
3. Optional: Peer supervision and special trainings available. 

Best practices for those who do well in this group practice setting: Self-starter, organized, open and honest communication skills, a willingness to work through issues that arise, Treats others with respect. Accepts and seeks feedback and consultation with supervisor and colleagues when needed. Good Judgment and seeks assistance when challenged regarding impact of personal and professional choices. Consistently makes decisions in keeping with organizational values, supervisor’s direction, and common sense. 

Requirements:

• Has LSW and already had minimum of 1 year of experience in providing psychotherapy and/or some direct client contact experience. Internships ok. 
• Commits to at least 2 years with Liberation-Based Therapy, with a desire to grow in a self-starter, collaborative environment.
• Is available to meet clients' scheduling needs, which may include at least one weekend day, early mornings, and evenings. In person meetings with clients and monthly supervision. 
• Demonstrates a deep understanding of critical consciousness and structural/systemic challenges related to BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ issues, with the ability to integrate this perspective into therapeutic practice.
• Exhibits strong organizational skills and the ability to submit progress notes and respond to emails in a timely manner, following office policies.
• Comfortable working in person, virtually and networking within the field.
• Dedicated to clinical rigor with at least one modality: CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing as well as a psychotherapeutic viewpoint. 
• Strong communication skills.
• Bilingual, ASL or any culturally specific knowledge is a plus. 

Eligible Employees will receive the following Compensation and Benefits:

1. $40-45 per session starting compensation depending on licensure and experience.
2. Per session rates are increased for specialized workshops and groups as opportunities arise.
3. Sick pay, disability, and pre-natal paid leave
4. Additional PTO for those who qualify
5. Paid coverage on Practice malpractice insurance
6. 401(k) plan automatic enrollment
7. Education stipend
8. Health benefit stipend for those who qualify
9. Psychology Today or marketing platform paid for and additional marketing support
10. Paid supervision and staff meetings
11. Access to CEU resources
12. Professional development assistance
13. Office Depot gift card to off-set costs associated with setting up remote therapeutic space

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The Legal Aid Society has an immediate opening for a Mitigation Specialist with the Exploitation Intervention Project (EIP). EIP works to minimize the harms of the criminal legal system through direct legal representation and legislative and policy advocacy on behalf of criminalized trafficking victims, victims of gender-based violence, and sex workers. This role requires regular collaboration with our own interdisciplinary team (which includes criminal defense attorneys, mitigation specialists, an immigration attorney, and a paralegal client advocate) as well as with staff from other LAS projects, subject matter experts, and community-based organizations.

The Mitigation Specialist will provide client services to individuals who have been either sex or labor trafficked, who have experienced significant gender-based violence, or whose criminal charges are related to their engagement in sex work. The Mitigation Specialist will be a central member of the defense teams representing clients currently being prosecuted and will also assist with post-conviction relief. Please note that this position is based out of Legal Aid’s Manhattan office, but covers cases in all five boroughs and requires frequent travel to Legal Aid’s borough offices as well as to Rikers, on occasion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments with clients and interview collaterals for the purposes of writing persuasive mitigation reports, informing the legal strategy and developing a treatment plan. This may include the use of validated instruments (e.g. PCL-5, ACE questionnaire, etc.) as appropriate
• Review and synthesize records including, but not limited to, medical, educational, psychiatric, and employment
• Attend court appearances, prep clients for and attend proffers, participate in case conferences, etc
• Assess and address client needs such as access to benefits, housing, counseling, and make referrals as appropriate
• Support clients in immigration proceedings in collaboration with EIP’s immigration attorney (assessing clients, writing responses to Requests For Evidence, etc.)
• Participate in post-conviction relief efforts including interviewing clients, writing select elements of motions and providing socioemotional support to clients through the post-conviction process
• Maintain familiarity with relevant state and federal statutes and screen clients to determine if their experience meets the legal criteria for sex or labor trafficking
• Represent EIP in the broader anti-trafficking community, whether by conducting presentations with community-based organizations or engaging in systemic reform through legislative advocacy and coalition building
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications:

• Required qualifications: MSW degree and New York State (NYS) license in social work (LMSW or LCSW) preferred OR the ability to obtain LMSW licensure within 6 months of hire
• Experience working with sex workers, labor/sex trafficking survivors, and/or victims of gender-based violence, OR with clients who are justice-involved and/or who have experienced trauma, mental illness and substance use
• Excellent writing skills with a strong emphasis in persuasive writing
• Strong track record of interdisciplinary collaboration
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in languages other than English (particularly Spanish or Mandarin) desirable but not required

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The salary range represents a good faith estimate of the range we expect to pay for this role. The actual salary offered may vary depending on many factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as collectively bargained salary steps for unionized roles.

Salary Range: $83,631 - $125,627

The Legal Aid Society offers a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more. Click here to read more about benefits.

Higher Education and Loan Forgiveness

The Legal Aid Society is a qualified employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This position allows an employee to take advantage of PSLF and other State and Federal loan forgiveness programs. Additionally, employees who are New York residents may be eligible for assistance from New York state to assist with loan repayments, depending on years of practice. To learn more, click the links below. 

studentaid.gov

hesc.ny.gov/loan-forgiveness-programs

WORK AUTHORIZATION

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit. We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits. (However, for citizens of Canada and Mexico, LAS will provide a letter documenting employment status that is needed to obtain a TN visa.)

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must be completed online via the career portal. We do not accept emailed applications. Submit the following documents as a combined PDF:

• Cover Letter
• Resume 
• Writing Sample 

For technical difficulties or questions regarding this posting, please email TalentAcquisition@legal-aid.org.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, The Legal Aid Society prohibits discriminatory employment actions against and treatment of its employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived race or color, size (including bone structure, body size, height, shape, and weight), religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity (one’s internal deeply-held sense of one’s gender which may be the same or different from one’s sex assigned at birth); gender expression (the representation of gender as expressed through, for example, one’s name, choice of pronouns, clothing, haircut, behavior, voice, or body characteristics; gender expression may not conform to traditional gender-based stereotypes assigned to specific gender identities), disability, marital status, relationship and family structure (including domestic partnerships, polyamorous families and individuals, chosen family, platonic co-parents, and multigenerational families), genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice and excellent representation. We are dedicated to building a strong professional relationship with each of our clients (people), to understanding their diverse circumstances, and to meeting their needs. Our ability to achieve these goals depends on the efforts of all of us and our ability to build strong relationships with our colleagues. Every member of our community is expected to continuously learn about the dynamic, evolving, and emerging field of knowledge of identity, bias, and systemic forms of oppression and participate in productive efforts to dismantling bias in all forms.

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VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We’re one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day.

Psychiatric Social Worker Adult Mobile Crisis Team Queens

• Social Services
• Full Time
• 5336

Overview

Provides direct psychosocial services to mentally ill patients in the community who are experiencing psychosocial difficulties. Provides linkage, coordination with, referral to and follow-up with appropriate ongoing service providers. Provides information and consultation to other community agencies and other disciplines, including other services of the Agency. Assists in the overall functioning of the Program. Works under general supervision.

 What We Provide  

• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays – confirm days off based on employee type- see reference guide 
• Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability  
• Employer-matched retirement saving funds 
• Personal and financial wellness programs 
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care 
• Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees 
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement 
• Internal mobility, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities 
• Interdisciplinary network of colleagues through the VNS Health Social Services Community of Professionals 

What You Will Do

• Responsible for screening telephone referrals.
• Performs psychosocial evaluation and assessment of mental health service needs of identified patients and their families through professional knowledge, skills of observation and interviewing.
• Develops and implements short-term service plans for patients, in conjunction with other members of the Program.
• Provides counseling, care management and appropriate referrals for long term and supplemental treatment.
• Prepares case histories and prepares and maintains case records, in accordance with the Program record-keeping mechanism.
• Encourages resistant clients to accept mental health services through interventions with clients and/or family members and friends concerned with the client's welfare.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences of the Program.
• Provides referral and provision of information to appropriate long-term mental health services and social services and social services providers, or long-term residential facilities. Coordinates and follows up on linkages made between clients and other service agencies and mental health providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Liaison with, and consultation to, community agencies.
• Provides outreach services as part of the Program to mentally ill individuals in the community who are experiencing, or are at risk of, psychosocial difficulties and require mental health intervention in their home.
• Serves as resource person to the program and other components of the Agency, when requested, pertaining to psychiatric nursing. 
• Participates with the team and other appropriate Agency staff in the development and implementation of an in-service training component. 
• Assists and collaborates with the Program Coordinator in the overall functioning of the service. 
• Assumes Program Coordinator's functions in his/her absence, as requested. 
• Participates in community programs and education, as requested.
• Contributes to the formulation of clinical and administrative policies and procedures and the preparation of policy and procedure manuals, as required.
• May provide clinical supervision for Mental Health Technician, graduate Social Worker students or junior staff Social Workers.
• Monitors mental status of Senior Citizens accepted to the program.
• For Mobile Crisis - Adult (4711) FLOAT Team Only: Assists other Mobile Crisis Agencies across the five boroughs with 24-hour notice. This means you’ll be part of a flexible response team, ready to provide crisis intervention and psychosocial support wherever needed in NYC. This requires adaptability and strong coordination skills.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Why Join This Program: Provide life-changing support to children and families during moments of crisis and vulnerability.

Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

Current registration to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker in New York State required. As determined by operational/regional needs, valid drivers license may be requiredNational Provider Identifier (NPI) number required or must be obtained upon hire. Management will provide assistance with the NPI application process required

Education:

Master's Degree In Social Work after successfully completing a prescribed course of study at a graduate school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and the Education Dept. and who is certified or licensed by the Education Dept to practice Social Work in New York State required

Work Experience:

Minimum of one year experience as a Social Worker in a health care setting required As determined by operational needs, bilingual skills may be required

• Responsible for screening telephone referrals.
• Performs psychosocial evaluation and assessment of mental health service needs of identified patients and their families through professional knowledge, skills of observation and interviewing.
• Develops and implements short-term service plans for patients, in conjunction with other members of the Program.
• Provides counseling, care management and appropriate referrals for long term and supplemental treatment.
• Prepares case histories and prepares and maintains case records, in accordance with the Program record-keeping mechanism.
• Encourages resistant clients to accept mental health services through interventions with clients and/or family members and friends concerned with the client's welfare.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences of the Program.
• Provides referral and provision of information to appropriate long-term mental health services and social services and social services providers, or long-term residential facilities. Coordinates and follows up on linkages made between clients and other service agencies and mental health providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Liaison with, and consultation to, community agencies.
• Provides outreach services as part of the Program to mentally ill individuals in the community who are experiencing, or are at risk of, psychosocial difficulties and require mental health intervention in their home.
• Serves as resource person to the program and other components of the Agency, when requested, pertaining to psychiatric nursing. 
• Participates with the team and other appropriate Agency staff in the development and implementation of an in-service training component. 
• Assists and collaborates with the Program Coordinator in the overall functioning of the service. 
• Assumes Program Coordinator's functions in his/her absence, as requested. 
• Participates in community programs and education, as requested.
• Contributes to the formulation of clinical and administrative policies and procedures and the preparation of policy and procedure manuals, as required.
• May provide clinical supervision for Mental Health Technician, graduate Social Worker students or junior staff Social Workers.
• Monitors mental status of Senior Citizens accepted to the program.
• For Mobile Crisis - Adult (4711) FLOAT Team Only: Assists other Mobile Crisis Agencies across the five boroughs with 24-hour notice. This means you’ll be part of a flexible response team, ready to provide crisis intervention and psychosocial support wherever needed in NYC. This requires adaptability and strong coordination skills.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Current registration to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker in New York State required. Valid NY State drivers license may be required. National Provider Identifier (NPI) number required or must be obtained upon hire. Management will provide assistance with the NPI application process required.

Education:

Master's Degree In Social Work after successfully completing a prescribed course of study at a graduate school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and the Education Dept. and who is certified or licensed by the Education Dept to practice Social Work in New York State required.

Work Experience:

Minimum of one year experience as a Social Worker in a health care setting required As determined by operational needs, bilingual skills may be required.

• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays – confirm days off based on employee type- see reference guide 
• Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability  
• Employer-matched retirement saving funds 
• Personal and financial wellness programs 
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care 
• Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees 
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement 
• Internal mobility, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities 
• Interdisciplinary network of colleagues through the VNS Health Social Services Community of Professionals 

Partners for Justice (PFJ) is a national nonprofit transforming civil rights and public defense by placing Client Advocates alongside public defenders. We empower legal teams to address the root causes of system involvement—from housing and healthcare to employment—ensuring individuals receive holistic support, keep their freedom, and rebuild their lives.

Partners for Justice (PFJ) was founded to transform public defense locally and across the United States, diminishing the effect of race and wealth on legal outcomes. This means ensuring that public defenders are equipped to assist clients with the underlying drivers of legal system involvement, to address the civil and family enmeshed penalties of arrest, to secure better legal outcomes both inside and outside the courtroom, and to help more clients emerge from prosecution with their rights, life, and future protected. Since our launch in 2018, PFJ has grown rapidly and we now support public defender agencies across the country through embedded collaborative defense teams and capacity building support.

Overview:

PFJ works closely with public defender offices to help them adopt more collaborative and holistic defense practice. Our flagship program embeds trained Client Advocates in a host public defender, immediately expanding their ability to provide clients with wraparound support and navigate the enmeshed civil penalties of arrest. The Program Manager will have responsibility for a selection of public defender partnerships in the West Region, specifically Los Angeles County at the outset.

The Program Manager will help recruit and train Client Advocates, build relationships within the respective site offices, provide resources and support to the Advocates’ on-site supervisors, build a network of local partner organizations, and provide coaching and support to Advocates. This work is critical to ensure that these offices are equipped with the knowledge, capacity, and resources to implement holistic practices in the offices that work with PFJ. This Program Manager will also support Advocates working as part of the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Holistic Early Assessment & Linkages (HEAL) program, a program intended to support clients with felony charges access mental heath diversion and accelerate release from custody.

To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume through this online application form (https://airtable.com/appHqr16AQhHnMi4r/shrouBsuinQ2bfzWL). PFJ is aiming to fill this position by November 30, 2026 and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy & Fair Chance Hiring: PFJ provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Furthermore, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the fair chance ordinances of the jurisdictions we work within, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Program Manager Responsibilities

• Program management: The Program Manager will have shared responsibility for the success of PFJ programs in the West Region and direct responsibility for one or more PFJ programs at specific partner offices. This includes ensuring that PFJ meets all programmatic objectives and goals, including recruitment, training delivery, and service provision (with support from the PFJ national team).

• Technical assistance to West Region offices: Serve as primary point of contact with designated public defender partners, building meaningful, credible relationships with Advocate supervisors. Offer advice and best practices on integrating holistic defense generally and the PFJ program specifically into office practice.

• Coach, empower and supervise PFJ Advocates: Provide one-on-one support to Advocates on personal and professional development. Ensure PFJ’s Advocate performance expectations are consistently met. Work with teams to identify and integrate best practices for the PFJ program in their office. Organize regular trainings or workshops to deliver local learning experiences that meet Advocate needs (in partnership with office supervisors).

• Partnership development: Working with Advocates and office supervisors, identify and build relationships with legal aid providers, community-based organizations, and government agencies providing services that benefit clients.

• Community awareness: Maintain knowledge of local dynamics and context that affect clients, including developments in the criminal and civil legal systems or related to poverty alleviation. Help Advocates understand the communities in which they are working.

• National resources: Help define the PFJ Advocate role and experience. Gather best practices and contribute to national resources and programming to enhance the Advocate practice and experience. Contribute to PFJ’s annual and ongoing training events.

The Program Manager is expected to model and coach the following high-impact qualities essential for outstanding Client Advocates:



• Possesses exceptional analytical and creative problem-solving skills, with an ability to conceptualize and implement innovative, efficient solutions to complex obstacles.

• Functions as a highly proactive, self-starting leader who consistently drives forward client objectives and identifies opportunities for improvement without waiting for direction.

•Excels at operating autonomously, maintaining clarity and focus while navigating ambiguous situations and demonstrating strong judgment about when to request help or escalate challenges.

•Demonstrates resilience and tenacity in the face of significant challenges or setbacks, fostering an optimistic and results-oriented culture within the team.

Compensation and other perks:

This is a full-time, salaried position with a firm salary range of $95,000 - $110,000, commensurate with skills and experience. This range has been set based on market data and our commitment to internal pay equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation for all employees.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k program with an annual employer contribution, and reimbursement for Bar or other professional dues among other programs. PFJ employees work remotely with the benefit of flexible hours. We also encourage our team to rest and take care of themselves, which we support with unlimited sick leave and vacation, as well as 12 office holidays and a year-end rest period.

Since 2003, Day One has devoted its full resources to preventing intimate partner and other forms of gender-based violence (GBV) among young people. Day One partners with New York City youth to end GBV through a combination of preventive and direct services. Our multi-disciplinary approach brings together a highly collaborative staff with expertise in clinical and legal services, prevention education, and youth leadership development. Serving New York City youth up to 24 years of age, our mission is to ultimately end gender based violence. 

Day One seeks a licensed social worker to join our Collective RAPP team as a full-time Clinician. The position will be based at the geographical hub location in Queens, offering services to young people borough-wide. 

The ideal candidate would implement programming that offers evidence-based interventions and comprehensive psychosocial support to young New Yorkers who are at risk of causing harm and/or survivors of gender based violence. This position is ideal for a clinician who thrives in a dynamic setting, is adaptable, and is committed to community engagement, advocacy, assessment, and client-centered intervention practices. This role will work collaboratively with Day One Community Educators and Outreach Coordinator to ensure comprehensive service provision and an intentional footprint across the borough. The Clinician will be supervised by the Clinical Director of Prevention and Community Programming.

As a full-time employee of Day One, the clinician will be assigned to a geographic hub where they will provide direct services to students and young members of the community. The position will be predominantly in-person, with the opportunity to be hybrid on occasion.

The Collective RAPP Clinician will provide the following gender based violence prevention and intervention services at their geographic hub location(s):

• Utilize therapeutic modalities to provide Trauma-informed and anti-oppressive individual and group counseling
• Develop and deliver preventive workshops to promote healthy relationships, raise awareness about gender-based violence, and relationship wellness with middle and high school-aged youth
• Develop and facilitate workshops to support parents and caregivers in identifying unhealthy relationship patterns and building skills to model healthy communication and engagement with their children
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of participants for the Summer Peer Leadership Institute (SPLI)
• Participate in the implementation of SPLI, acting as a thought partner and working collaboratively with the collective RAPP team to design content that offers a comprehensive understanding of gender-based violence and concrete skills that support leadership development
• Identify and build relationships for potential partnerships in the geographic hub location, conducting outreach, partnership meetings, and community engagement
• Work in conjunction with the Outreach Coordinator to streamline the process for workshop scheduling, new partner engagement, and event planning

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and deliver classroom workshops on healthy relationships, dating abuse, consent and coercion, and other relevant topics.
• Develop and deliver training for caregivers, community members, and school-based professionals.
• Deliver trauma-informed and anti-oppressive counseling to individuals and groups affected by gender based violence.
• Collaboratively coordinate and facilitate the Summer Peer Leadership Institute, a 6-week intensive training program for high school youth to learn leadership and advocacy skills.
• Coordinate outreach, scheduling, and partnerships with community-based organizations
• Participate in weekly clinical supervision; weekly Collective RAPP & monthly all team meetings
• Work with Day One staff to determine program direction and expansion, including participating in strategic planning and program evaluation activities
• Represent Day One at community-based events, panels, conferences, and occasional media opportunities
• Assist in tracking program data through the use of Salesforce and contractual measurement tools 
• Availability for occasional evening or weekend meetings or presentations
• Other related duties as assigned

• Master of Social Work or Mental Health Counseling with a minimum of two years of related work experience; LMSW required. 
• Ability to provide counseling and/or facilitation in Spanish is preferred 
• Commitment to the empowerment of young people
• At least 1 year of experience providing direct services to adolescents/teens
• Knowledge in any or all of the following areas: the dynamics of relationship violence and the current anti-violence/gender-based violence landscape, community outreach and engagement, prevention education, facilitation and learning styles, and engagement tools.
• Experience working with young people with various social locations (ex. race, ethnicity, ability, sexuality, gender, religion, socioeconomic level, housing status, immigration status, criminal justice involvement, foster care involvement, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative setting
• Writing, public speaking, and organizational skills
• Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Experience with various technological tools, including G Suite, Zoom, Salesforce, and Excel

Day One offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401 (k) with match, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and vacation. Additionally, clinical supervision hours will be provided by an LCSW. 

About Us:

Founded in 1989, the Asian American Federation (AAF) is one of the strongest leadership voices advocating for better policies, services, and funding that lead to more justice and opportunity for Asian immigrants, one of the most historically under-resourced communities in New York City. As an umbrella leadership organization, we represent 70 community-based organizations serving 1.5 million Asian New Yorkers, the fastest-growing population in the city.

Our Core Values:

Our employees, interns, and volunteers are expected to embody AAF's core values:

● Leading With Integrity

● Purposeful Transparency

● Committed to Accountability

● Guided By Our Community

The Opportunity

AAF is seeking an experienced Director of Finance (DoF) to lead the organization's financial operations, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and compliance functions. Reporting to the COO and managing the Finance Team, the DoF will serve as a key thought partner to senior leadership, ensuring strong financial stewardship while developing systems and processes that support AAF's continued growth and impact. 

The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting expertise, with the ability to translate financial information into actionable insights for organizational leaders. This individual will be a hands-on, collaborative leader with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for organizational leaders. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable overseeing day-to-day financial operations and contributing to long-term financial planning and strategy. 

Major responsibilities will include, but not exclusive to the following :

Strategic Partnership & Leadership

• Serve as a primary advisor to the COO and executive leadership, delivering financial modeling, risk analysis, and scenario projections and forecasting to guide strategy to support organizational planning, resource allocation, revenue strategy, and decision-making.
• Develop financial models, scenario analyses, and projections to evaluate strategic initiatives, new programs, funding opportunities, organizational growth, and other significant business decisions.
• Partner with senior leadership and program teams to assess the financial implications and sustainability of new programs, contracts, partnerships, and organizational initiatives, including funding requirements, staffing, cost structures, cash-flow implications, organizational capacity, and financial risk.
• Present clear financial performance metrics, cash-flow analysis, financial trends, opportunities, and strategic insights to senior leadership, the Board of Directors, and relevant committees into clear, actionable recommendations.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Lead the annual organizational budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning process, providing department heads with regular budget-to-actual reporting, revenue monitoring, and variance analysis throughout the year and partnering to develop realistic programs and team budgets.
• Manage the annual audit process and coordinate required tax, regulatory, compliance, and financial filings alongside external auditors and legal advisors.
• Manage organizational cash flow and liquidity, including short- and long-term cash forecasting, accounts receivable and reimbursement timing, and liquidity planning to ensure AAF can meet its operating and programmatic obligations.

Accounting Operations & Financial and Systems Controls

• Oversee the integrity of the general ledger and key accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, reconciliations, cash management, and month- and year-end close processes, ensuring complete, accurate, and timely financial records - ensuring strict GAAP compliance.
• Establish, strengthen, and maintain robust internal controls, financial policies and practices, segregation of duties, and data security protocols to safeguard organizational assets and to improve forecasting accuracy, accountability, and visibility into the organization’s current and projected financial position.
• Evaluate and modernize accounting, budgeting, and grant-management technology to enhance reporting capabilities, data integrity, and cross-departmental efficiency.

Grants, Contracts & Restricted Funding

• Oversee financial management for grants, gifts, and contracts, ensuring accurate revenue recognition, donor-restricted fund tracking, cost allocations, and funder compliance.
• Partner with Development and program leadership to review the financial components of prospective and awarded grants and contracts, including proposed budgets, funding restrictions, direct and indirect costs, cost-allocation methodologies, reporting requirements, reimbursement structures, and cash-flow implications.
• Assess the financial feasibility and organizational capacity associated with funding opportunities and help ensure AAF can meet financial, operational, reporting, and compliance obligations before and throughout the funding period.
• Monitor grant and contract financial performance and collaborate with program and Development teams to identify and address budget variances, reimbursement delays, funding gaps, compliance concerns, and other financial risks.

Team Management & Board Collaboration

• Supervise finance staff and/or consultants as the team grows and build the capacity of the team through ongoing training and development. Establish clear performance expectations, operational workflows, and growth opportunities.
• Partner with the Board Treasurer and relevant Board committees on financial oversight and governance, including collaborating with the Treasurer on the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial performance; supporting the Audit Committee in its oversight of the annual audit and related financial matters; and working with the Investment Committee to support oversight and monitoring of AAF’s investment portfolio in accordance with Board-approved policies and organizational objectives.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of AAF’s mission and organizational priorities.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of the following professional and personal qualities,

skills, and characteristics:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance,  or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. CPA or advanced degree is a plus;
• 7+ years of progressively responsible accounting and finance experience, including significant experience in nonprofit financial management; demonstrating expertise in nonprofit accounting, including restricted and unrestricted funding, grant accounting, cost allocation, and government and private funding sources;
• 4+ years of experience managing nonprofit financial operations and supervising staff;
• Extensive Experience with New York City and/or New York State government contracts, reimbursement requirements, cost allocation, and compliance is strongly preferred;
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online or comparable accounting systems, with demonstrated ability to improve financial systems, reporting, and workflows;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial information and communicate key findings to both financial and non-financial stakeholders; 
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; 
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with a diverse team; and 
• Commitment to AAF’s mission, values, and work in support of Asian American communities.

This position is based in New York City, with a hybrid work environment. In addition, AAF provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% employee health care, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; commuter benefits, as well as a 403(b) plan with up to 3% employer match and generous paid time off.

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The Criminal Defense Practice has an opening for a Mitigation Specialist in its Staten Island office. This hybrid position will work jointly with the Social Work Unit and The Pre-Arraignment Project to provide client services. The Mitigation Specialist will interview clients, pre and post arraignment, and collaterals with the goal of gathering a life history to highlight mitigating circumstances such as mental illness, drug addiction, trauma and/or chronic poverty leading to a client’s involvement in the criminal justice system. The Mitigation Specialist will be responsible for screening, assessing and addressing the needs of attorney referred clients while securing the least restrictive legal status for them; community referrals; advocating for an alternative to detention, an alternative to incarceration, or lesser sentence, based on mitigating factors; bail applications and written and oral advocacy; providing crisis counseling and intervention to clients. The Mitigation Specialist collaborates with legal and court staff to help clients navigate both legal and social service systems while facing criminal charges.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interview pre and post arraignment clients and complete psychosocial and intake assessments
• Provide crisis intervention, brief treatment, or short- term counseling services to individuals
• Identify and interview collateral sources of information. Collateral interviews are done with family members, friends, teachers, social workers, community members, and others connected to the client
• Request, review, and analyze life history records (i.e., school, medical, psychiatric) to document specific arguments within written reports
• Assist in case preparation and casework plans with the legal team to develop alternative sentencing plans, create treatment plans, create bail apps/packages
• Assess a client's readiness for treatment and make appropriate referrals, i.e. substance abuse treatment, individuals who are victims of domestic and intimate partner violence, mental health counseling, shelters, etc
• Provide oral advocacy and/or testimony in court
• Conduct in-person visits to clients in the community and at jails, detention centers or hospitals
• Conduct training for LAS staff, social work interns, treatment providers, and criminal justice personnel
• Maintain a caseload
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications:

• An MSW degree and New York State (NYS) certification in social work (LMSW or LCSW). Proof of NYS Social Work License must be provided before final decision of employment.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
• Strong assessment skills and experience working with clients with the following special needs: mental health and substance use, intellectual and other developmental disabilities, neurological disorders, etc.
• Ability to interface with Judges, District Attorneys, and Correctional Personnel
• Ability to negotiate with community-based organizations with the goal of increasing access for our clients to receive supportive services
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. Candidate must be able to manage a diverse caseload and prioritize tasks
• Proficient in using Microsoft 365
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The salary range represents a good faith estimate of the range we expect to pay for this role. The actual salary offered may vary depending on many factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as collectively bargained salary steps for unionized roles.

Salary Range: $83,631 - $125,627

The Legal Aid Society offers a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more. Click here to read more about benefits.

Higher Education and Loan Forgiveness

The Legal Aid Society is a qualified employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This position allows an employee to take advantage of PSLF and other State and Federal loan forgiveness programs. Additionally, employees who are New York residents may be eligible for assistance from New York state to assist with loan repayments, depending on years of practice. To learn more, click the links below. 

studentaid.gov

hesc.ny.gov/loan-forgiveness-programs

WORK AUTHORIZATION

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit. We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits. (However, for citizens of Canada and Mexico, LAS will provide a letter documenting employment status that is needed to obtain a TN visa.)

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must be completed online via the career portal. We do not accept emailed applications. Submit the following documents as a combined PDF:

• Cover Letter
• Resume 

For technical difficulties or questions regarding this posting, please email TalentAcquisition@legal-aid.org.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, The Legal Aid Society prohibits discriminatory employment actions against and treatment of its employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived race or color, size (including bone structure, body size, height, shape, and weight), religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity (one’s internal deeply-held sense of one’s gender which may be the same or different from one’s sex assigned at birth); gender expression (the representation of gender as expressed through, for example, one’s name, choice of pronouns, clothing, haircut, behavior, voice, or body characteristics; gender expression may not conform to traditional gender-based stereotypes assigned to specific gender identities), disability, marital status, relationship and family structure (including domestic partnerships, polyamorous families and individuals, chosen family, platonic co-parents, and multigenerational families), genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice and excellent representation. We are dedicated to building a strong professional relationship with each of our clients (people), to understanding their diverse circumstances, and to meeting their needs. Our ability to achieve these goals depends on the efforts of all of us and our ability to build strong relationships with our colleagues. Every member of our community is expected to continuously learn about the dynamic, evolving, and emerging field of knowledge of identity, bias, and systemic forms of oppression and participate in productive efforts to dismantling bias in all forms.

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