Victims of Violence provides free and confidential services to those affected by sexual assault, domestic violence or other violent crimes in Madison County and surrounding communities. Services are available to all victims and their family, regardless of when the abuse or crime occurred or whether they choose to report it to the police. In addition to services provided to victims, the program takes a leadership role in the community by providing education and prevention services on issues related to sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence and date violence.
Position Description:
Under the direct supervision of Clinical Program Supervisor, the Therapist is primarily responsible for the provision of individual and group therapeutic counseling to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual abuse and rape. The Therapist assists the Supervisor in developing and implementing clinical services and educational services for victims.
Provides short-term and long-term therapeutic counseling to victims of crime, including domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual abuse and rape. Conducts individual, family and group counseling sessions. Provides crisis intervention services to victims as needed. Maintains and updates individual client case records and accurately documents services provided. Maintains program statistics and submits reports to funders. Provides information and referral services to program participants and performs public speaking, community education and volunteer training.
Qualifications:
Masters in Social Work or related clinical degree and one (1) year post-graduate experience in direct service to victims of rape, sexual assault and abuse. Prior related experience may be substituted for one (1) year post-graduate requirement. A demonstrated competency of developmental, emotional and psychological needs of victims of rape, sexual assault, and abuse is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have a valid New York State driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Is sensitive to cultural differences and able to incorporate that understanding into service provision. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and with flexibility in days and hours of work. Demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, industry, and an understanding of domestic violence and sexual assault issues. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend climb stairs and lift objects of up to 10lbs as required.
