Visitation Monitor - Staten Island FJC - Part Time

Summary: The Safe Horizon Supervised Visitation Program provides the setting for safe visitation between a child and their non-custodial parent where there has been a court determination that unsupervised visitation is unsafe or inappropriate.

Responsibilities

Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients. Under the supervision of the Supervising Social Worker, monitor visits between non-custodial parents and their children; As needed, conduct intake interviews and assess families for participation in the Supervised Visitation Program; Assist in the preparation of reports for the court; Keep session notes, attendance records, and statistics.

Attend internal and external meetings, trainings and workshops; Various other duties to be determined by supervisor.

Qualifications

Required: Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, be assertive and well organized. Desirable: Knowledge of the Family Court and criminal justice system is preferred. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. Understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and other forms of victimization.

Experience working with survivors of domestic violence.

Education

Required: BS/BA Degree in a Social Services related field or equivalent relevant experience Hiring Range: $23.36 - $24.00 Hourly