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Job Title:Social Worker/Counselor Margaret's Place Revision Date:March 17, 2021Incumbent:Department:Youth Services Location:Cincinnati, OHFLSA Status:ExemptSupervisor:Director, Youth Services & Transform Supervises:N/AJOB SUMMARY The Margaret's Place program addresses the underlying causes of violence and the impact of victimization through a variety of counseling and psycho-educational modalities including art-based interventions: an interactive trauma education/violence prevention curriculum; individual and group counseling; a peer leadership program; school staff, parent and community workshops/outreach; school-wide anti-violence campaigns, and more.?PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESProvide individual and group counseling to students exposed to violence or abuseTeach trauma education/violence prevention curriculum to 7th/9th grade studentsProvide outreach, referrals, and in-school workshops for parents and family membersProvide outreach, referrals, and in-school workshops for school staffAttend school committee and school staff meetings, and develop and maintain relationships and collaborations with school staffDevelop, implement and facilitate a weekly peer leadership group, fieldtrips, and peer leader run eventsDevelop and implement school-wide campaigns and activities with peer leadership group promoting healthy relationships and raising awareness about violence related issuesParticipate in weekly clinical and administrative supervisionParticipate in weekly staff meetingMaintain confidentiality and accurate records and databaseGenerate monthly narrativesParticipate in and/or accommodate on-site program research, evaluation activities, and additional site visitsREQUIREMENTS:Other duties as needed or assigned by the Youth Services DirectorSupport to Management, Supervisors, and StaffClerical/General Administrative Respond to routine emails, phone calls, etc.This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.QUALIFICATIONS:Education/ExperienceMaster's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or creative arts therapy requiredExperience working with adolescents and/or pre-adolescentsFamiliar with issues of trauma (esp. domestic violence/teen relationships abuse), violence prevention, and victimizationStrong counseling and crisis intervention skillsExperience with school-based programming preferredExperience with workshop and/or group facilitationDemonstrates ability to work effectively and collaboratively with othersA strong commitment to providing anti-racist, culturally competent services, as well as a knowledge of systemic issuesAbility to work independently and maintain flexibility for working in a demanding school environmentAbility to be creative in engaging youth individually and in large groupsExhibits professional and ethical behaviorStrong understanding of violence prevention/intervention work preferredKnowledge of social service work with youth preferredIdeal candidates will demonstrate a passion for strength-based, youth empowerment work; will exhibit creativity in their approach of job tasks and challenges; and will be self-motivatedLicenses/Credentials/CertificationsLSW required. LISW preferred.Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Abilities Calm, organized, patient, diplomatic, and confident demeanor in working with staff and vendorsComfort in relating to all levels of management and diversity of personalitiesAdvanced attention to detail and accuracy in all workIntermediate ability to prioritize own wide-ranging work load and work independentlyAbility to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality regarding business and staff informationIntermediate ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and vendorsWORKING CONDITIONS:Working Hours/EnvironmentOffice hours are 37.5 per week; may require additional hours periodically, including evening and weekends depending on business needsTools and Equipment UsedPersonal computer, copier, fax/scanner, phone, and other typical office equipmentTravelOnly as required by funder.Physical & Mental DemandsFrequently required to stand or sit for long periods of time depending on the projectDigital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of equipment and machineryLight lifting and carrying of supplies and tools, etc.Ability to speak to and hear employees/clients via phone or in personBody motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environmentAdditional Mental Requirements: compare, decide, direct, problem solve, analyze, instruct, interpretSupervisor’s Acknowledgment:Date:Employee’s Acknowledgement:Date:This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. This job description is not intended and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. Furthermore, the employer reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. ................
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