The GIVE site-based social worker will be joining the existing GIVE team in order to provide additional
supportive services. We are looking to hire a trauma-focused clinical social worker whose skillset and
training will complement and enhance the case management services GIVE currently provides.
The GIVE Social Worker will be a licensed (LMSW) social worker who will be able to provide clinical mental
health services at their GIVE sites. They will work onsite as a member of the GIVE team to support GIVE staff in
their current work with high-risk individuals affected by community violence. They will also work with families of
community violence participants and provide them with either short or longer-term therapeutic services.
Requirements (Education, Experience, Certification, Knowledge, Skill):
· Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university (or a master’s degree in a related
field)
· LMSW required
· 2+ years of experience working with target population
Position Responsibilities:
· Work with participants of community violence and their families and provide them with either
short or longer-term therapeutic services
· Create onsite programming including support groups for staff, participants, families of
participants, etc.
· Attend GIVE outreach events, and make home visits to GIVE participants and families when
appropriate
· Participate in custom notifications as scheduled
· Participate in ongoing trauma training
· Maintain frequent and consistent communication with participants followed up with proper
documentation
· Ability to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends) when necessary
· Any other relevant duties as assigned
Working Conditions/Environment:
– Requires frequent exposure to individuals displaying high-risk/violent behaviors.
– Requires frequent weekend and night hours.
– Requires frequent travel within the City of Rochester to different sites as well as some travel for
training purposes.
