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City of New York · 15 hours ago

Program Coordinator

Brooklyn, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$81K/yr - $81K/yr

2+ years exp

The City of New York is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Kings County District Attorney’s Office in Brooklyn, New York. The role involves providing trauma-informed crisis intervention and advocacy for crime victims, managing cases, and collaborating with community stakeholders to develop outreach programs.

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Responsibilities

Provide trauma-informed crisis intervention and criminal justice advocacy to crime victims and their families, primarily victims of Gender Bases Violence

In collaboration with agency staff, assess the urgency of victim’s needs and seek immediate assistance for those issues affecting victim’s safety

Provide case management and make efforts to link victims with appropriate services in the community

Create and Coordinate Task Force with community stakeholders

Develop and conduct community outreach and training programs related to the goals of the grant

Collaborate closely with community partners

Develop and train incoming staff on the best practices in case management

Provide Clinical Supervision to VSU staff

Qualification

Master’s Degree in Social WorkLCSWTrauma-informed crisis interventionCase managementBilingualMicrosoft Office proficiencyDiscretionCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsTime-management skillsIntegrity

Required

Master's Degree in Social Work

LCSW preferred, and at least 2 years of experience in the field of victim services and/or disability services

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or

High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or

Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2' above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in '1' above

Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills

Discretion and integrity to work on highly confidential investigations

Preferred

Experience working in the area of trauma is a plus

Bilingual candidates preferred

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively and across disciplines are necessary

Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office application

Exceptional organizational, time-management and multi-tasking skills, including the ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, and work both independently and within a team environment is a plus