Bilingual Social Worker

Violence Intervention Program

. Provide trauma-informed, strength-based individual counseling, advocacy, emotional support, and safety planning to survivors of sexual and gender-based violence .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJunior💰 $70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in trauma-informed counseling and advocacy for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence, with a strong commitment to social justice and culturally responsive services. Proficient in facilitating support groups and workshops, while maintaining accurate clinical documentation and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

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Trauma-Informed CounselingCognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)LMSW or LMHC LicensureBilingual Fluency in English and SpanishGroup Facilitation Experience

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Hard Skills

Trauma-Informed CounselingCognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)Clinical DocumentationProgram EvaluationEvidence-Based InterventionsSafety PlanningAdvocacyCommunity Resource ConnectionWorkshop FacilitationEmotional Support

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCollaboration SkillsSound Clinical JudgmentIndependence

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Social WorkLMSWLMHC

Industry Keywords

Trauma-Informed CareSexual and Gender-Based ViolenceCulturally Responsive ServicesSocial JusticeEmpowerment-Focused Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide trauma-informed, strength-based individual counseling, advocacy, emotional support, and safety planning to survivors of sexual and gender-based violence
Co-facilitate trauma-focused support groups and use evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), as appropriate
Connect survivors with legal, mental health, parenting, bilingual, and other community resources through collaboration with internal and external partners
Provide community education and workshops and represent VIP at meetings, conferences, task forces, and public events
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and program data
Support reporting, program evaluation, and quality improvement efforts
Collaborate across VIP programs and within multidisciplinary teams to strengthen sexual violence services and ensure comprehensive, culturally responsive care

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field
At least one year of post-graduate clinical experience
LMSW, LMHC, or ability to obtain licensure within one year of hire
Fluency in English and Spanish, both verbal and written
Experience providing trauma-informed counseling to survivors of violence
Experience facilitating groups, workshops, or trainings
Knowledge of evidence-based and empowerment-focused practices
Familiarity with CPT or other trauma-focused interventions is preferred
Strong communication, clinical documentation, organizational, and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound clinical judgment
Commitment to social justice, anti-violence work, and culturally responsive services for diverse, immigrant, and Latine communities
Ability to travel locally as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Unlimited PTO
Flexible work schedules
Hybrid workplace
Health benefits coverage up to 90% for staff and their families
403(b) retirement plan
Staff-led wellness committee
Time to play and laugh together