Good Shepherd Services
The Brooklyn Transitions Program is a specialized borough-wide prevention program for families challenged by substance use and/or mental health issues. The Social Worker/Case Worker provides home-based, intensive, strength-based, comprehensive services using the Solution-Based Casework (SBC) framework.
Job Summary
The Family Counselor role at Good Shepherd Services involves working with families in child welfare, providing high-quality services, and continuously developing clinical skills. The ideal candidate is passionate about providing strength-based, trauma-informed practice with families and colleagues. Major Duties
Provide home-based and on-site individual, family, and group counseling, as well as short-term crisis intervention, including advocacy and outreach for designated caseload of eight (8) families. Engage families immediately upon referral, at times participating in Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) Child Safety Conferences. Implement and integrate the principles and procedures of Solution-Based Casework (SBC): assessment, family and individual level outcomes, action plans, and documentation and celebration. Handle case-related crises with professionalism, urgency, and care, including incidents involving reports to the State Central Registry. Conduct screenings and assessments for substance use, mental illness, and child safety and well-being, including assessing caregiver capacity, home environment and conditions, discipline methods, etc. Administrative and Advocacy Role
Collaborate closely with ACS, alcohol and other drug treatment providers, schools, medical and mental health clinics, and other resources serving family members. Provide consultation to and collaborate with Family Workers as needed to ensure high-quality services to families. Collaborate with ACS Family Services Unit (FSU) staff, Family Court Legal Services (FCLS) staff, and other service providers in making safety and treatment decisions. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required (Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or other humanities degrees will be considered). Child welfare experience preferred. Bilingual - English/Spanish preferred. Must have strong organizational, interpersonal, and counseling skills. Must be able to work at least 2 evenings per week to accommodate working families’ schedules. General Requirements
Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. Benefits/Perks
Tuition Assistance Program. Generous paid time off (Including 5 Self-Care Days/Floating Holidays, 12 Sick Days, 15 Vacation Days, and 11 Holidays). Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Care). 403(b) Plan (GSS contributes 3% of your salary to your 403(b) plan after 3 years of service, with contributions increasing over time).
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The Family Counselor role at Good Shepherd Services involves working with families in child welfare, providing high-quality services, and continuously developing clinical skills. The ideal candidate is passionate about providing strength-based, trauma-informed practice with families and colleagues. Major Duties
Provide home-based and on-site individual, family, and group counseling, as well as short-term crisis intervention, including advocacy and outreach for designated caseload of eight (8) families. Engage families immediately upon referral, at times participating in Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) Child Safety Conferences. Implement and integrate the principles and procedures of Solution-Based Casework (SBC): assessment, family and individual level outcomes, action plans, and documentation and celebration. Handle case-related crises with professionalism, urgency, and care, including incidents involving reports to the State Central Registry. Conduct screenings and assessments for substance use, mental illness, and child safety and well-being, including assessing caregiver capacity, home environment and conditions, discipline methods, etc. Administrative and Advocacy Role
Collaborate closely with ACS, alcohol and other drug treatment providers, schools, medical and mental health clinics, and other resources serving family members. Provide consultation to and collaborate with Family Workers as needed to ensure high-quality services to families. Collaborate with ACS Family Services Unit (FSU) staff, Family Court Legal Services (FCLS) staff, and other service providers in making safety and treatment decisions. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required (Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or other humanities degrees will be considered). Child welfare experience preferred. Bilingual - English/Spanish preferred. Must have strong organizational, interpersonal, and counseling skills. Must be able to work at least 2 evenings per week to accommodate working families’ schedules. General Requirements
Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. Benefits/Perks
Tuition Assistance Program. Generous paid time off (Including 5 Self-Care Days/Floating Holidays, 12 Sick Days, 15 Vacation Days, and 11 Holidays). Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Care). 403(b) Plan (GSS contributes 3% of your salary to your 403(b) plan after 3 years of service, with contributions increasing over time).
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