Counselor - Domestic Violence Outreach Albany, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Albany+NY+USA+12206) Job Type Full-time Description Equinox is a non-profit human services organization in the Capital Region. For more than 40 years, Equinox has reached out to people who need us most with innovative and effective programs that truly change lives, allowing us to fulfill our purpose of helping those we serve move forward on their paths to recovery, healing, and independence. Equinox is Albany County’s primary provider of services for victims of domestic violence. Our Domestic Violence Programs provide safety for victims of Domestic Violence, including the elderly, and offer the support, assistance and tools they need to escape abusive situations and take control of their lives. Domestic Violence Services are available to all victims and their dependent children, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Position Summary:The Counselor provides individual and group counseling for adult and child victims of domestic violence. The Counselor works closely with other program staff including case managers, advocates and shelter staff to coordinate services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: + Evaluate and assess the needs of clients through an intake process. Make referrals to community agencies when appropriate + Provide short and long-term individual, family, and group therapy. A minimum of 25 units (contact hours) are required weekly. 20 client contacts required for counselors that provide supervision to interns + Provides safety planning for victims + Participate in staff meetings and case reviews + May supervise interns providing training, guidance, support and fulfilling school documentation requirements + Attend and participate in supervision and Counseling Team Meetings. Attend trainings per recommendations of Outreach Services Program Manager + Meets with walk-ins to provide crisis intervention, supportive listening, information and referral; develops safety plans with clients and conducts eligibility assessment for all Domestic Violence services. + Respond to the 24-hour hotline and crisis chat line + Acts in accordance with Equinox mission. Maintain highest level of professional ethical standards. Ensures confidentiality when dealing with employees, clients and the public + Maintain client records according to program and regulatory requirements. Maintain statistical requirements for the agency and funding sources + Develops and maintains good working relationships with community services and may represent the agency in formal and informal groups related to domestic violence services. Maintain positive relations with the general public, government and community agencies + Consults with other team members regarding client strategies, progress and high risk crisis assessments + Comply with all documentation requirements + Reports suspected cases of child abuse/maltreatment as a mandated reporter + Other duties as assigned Requirements Physical Requirements: + Ability to negotiate stairs + Ability to lift and carry minimum of 15 lbs + Ability to drive and transport clients at times with agency vehicles Minimum Qualifications: + Masters’ Degree in Social Work or Masters’ Degree Mental Health Counseling + Knowledge of Domestic Violence, dynamics of victimization, trauma informed care, community resources, crisis-intervention, mental health/substance abuse disorders, cognitive behavior therapy and group intervention + Experience with Microsoft Office products + Must have a clean, valid NYS Driver License, with access to reliable transportation as needed Preferred Qualifications: + Possession of one of the following in New York State, current licensure as a LMSW, LCSW or LMHC is preferred + Minimum one year of group and/or individual counseling preferred + Fluency in Spanish and/or an additional language Schedule:Monday - Friday We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical Insurance through CDPHP, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 403(b), Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time off, paid holidays, Group Life, Short -Term Disability and more! Equinox, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status. Salary Description $54,080 - $60,424