The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (The NYSPCC) seeks a motivated, devoted professional with strong clinical skills to serve as a Trauma Therapist. The position requires a Tuesday through Saturday schedule with two evenings during the week. The position involves a hybrid of remote and in-person work.
The Trauma Therapist will play an important role in supporting the agency mission to effectively respond to the complex needs of abused and neglected children, and those involved in their care.
Responsibilities:
- Provide trauma-focused therapeutic services on-site to economically disadvantaged families participating in our Therapeutic Supervised Visitation and Trauma Recovery Programs
- Facilitate crisis debriefings throughout the five boroughs with child welfare staff after critical incidents and fatalities
- Provide workshops and trainings to children, parents, and professionals
Qualifications:
- LMSW, LMHC or equivalent and New York State licensure required
- A minimum of two years of experience working with high-conflict families with histories of trauma and an understanding of the complexities of domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, mental health and substance abuse issues preferred
- A commitment to social justice in child welfare preferred
- Familiarity implementing evidence-based practices preferred
Salary: $70K commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefit package, including health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 403B plan with match, life insurance, and generous vacation/personal day leave.
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in applying for this position please send your resume, cover letter and clinical writing sample via email to mcucuta@nyspcc.org.