Visitation Monitor - Brooklyn Family Court

Summary

Job Title

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

If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon's rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Technology Statement: Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Description

Job Title

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

If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon's rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Technology Statement: Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.