Forensic Social Work Practice Supervisor

Qualifications: Master of Social Work from an accredited Graduate School of Social Work. Minimum of five years of public defense social work experience and/or experience working in and with racially and socioeconomically marginalized communities targeted by carceral systems. Knowledge and expertise on the effects of trauma, substance use disorders, mental health diagnoses and family dynamics. Candidates must also demonstrate: Passion for racial justice work. A commitment to inclusivity and diversity within the unit and the office at large. Strong engagement, interpersonal, teaching, communication and analytical skills. An interest in mentorship with an eye towards professional development and growth of forensic social workers. Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate, collaborate, and connect with people with various backgrounds, gender and sexual identities, ethnicities, experiences, and areas of expertise. Knowledge of current forensic social work best practices. Effective verbal and written advocacy skills. Supervisory and leadership skills and the ability to both provide and receive intentional and constructive feedback in group settings and one-on-one. As a member of the leadership team, offer and exchange ideas in meetings with peers and direct reports with diplomacy. Ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, and confidentiality with sensitive matters. Spanish language speaker is a plus. Salary Range:  $100,000- $130,000 commensurate with experience. If interested, please e-mail cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to dcook@nycds.org by February 29, 2024.