Social Worker, Brooklyn Felony Diversion

About the role

The Brooklyn Felony Diversion Social Worker will support individuals facing felony charges who are not eligible for Mental Health Court or other treatment courts in Brooklyn. The Social Worker will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide case management, and coordinate with community partners to ensure participants receive high-quality, evidence-based, and culturally responsive clinical assessments and treatment services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial clinical assessments, draft reports, and provide recommendations to court parties for services and treatment
• Provide clinically-informed case management services addressing substance use, mental health issues, trauma, domestic violence, housing, and educational/vocational needs
• Manage and monitor compliance with treatment mandates, including care coordination with providers and obtaining compliance updates for court
• Work to ensure the provision of high-quality, evidence-based, and culturally responsive clinical assessments and treatment services
• Provide written and verbal participant reports to the court and other court staff
• Coordinate and collaborate with a consulting psychiatrist
• Develop and implement new initiatives, including best clinical practices and appropriate evidence-based interventions
• Support clients in crisis or with imminent needs to be addressed
• Attend court on calendar days to help clients navigate court and collaborate with court staff and stakeholders
• Participate in regular interdisciplinary case conferences with court stakeholders and treatment providers
• Provide clinical guidance and information on trauma-informed practices to Brooklyn Felony ATI Diversion team members
• Attend all required staff meetings and trainings
• Attend community-based events after hours, as needed

Requirements

Preferred qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field
• Master's degree in social work preferred
• Experience working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system
• Experience with trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Current license to practice social work in New York State
• Experience with psychosocial assessments and case management
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

Desired skills include:

• Experience with trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $60,500 - $78,800 and is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is full-time and located in Brooklyn, New York.