RAPP Hub Coordinator (Queens)

About Us

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City.

Role Overview

The Relationship Abuse Prevention Program (RAPP) at Rising Ground is seeking a dedicated and skilled social worker to serve as a Hub Coordinator within our community-facing site in either Brooklyn, Queens or Harlem. This role focuses on providing education, counseling, and support to adolescents ages 12–18 on relationship abuse, gender-based violence, and healthy relationships. During the academic year, the coordinator operates independently within the hub site. In the summer months, they actively participate in RAPP's peer leadership training program for selected middle and high school students.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and crisis counseling to youth
• Facilitate community workshops and presentations
• Develop and deliver trainings for school staff, parents, and the broader community
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and case files
• Collaborate in the design and implementation of the RAPP summer Peer Leader program
• Participate in regular individual and team supervision sessions
• Potential opportunity to supervise MSW interns
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Required Qualifications

• MSW or MHC required. If MSW, LMSW required within 6 months of hire
• Strong clinical assessment and counseling skills
• Knowledge of intimate partner violence, adolescent development, and trauma-informed care
• Commitment to anti-oppressive, healing-centered practices
• Experience working with diverse communities and populations
• Ability to work independently with accountability, flexibility, and collaboration
• Reflective practice and engagement in topics related to race, gender, oppression, and intersectionality

Work Environment

• Field Corporate Office
• Hybrid at our Queens Hub and Far Rockaway Hub site location
• Work hours options are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Additional Requirements

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)
• Ability to travel to other Rising Ground Sites (if required)
• Ability to travel within the community and do visits