Job Description

Division/Unit: Survivor Services Bureau (SSB)

Position Title: Executive Director of Counseling

Civil Service Title: Chief Investigating Accountant

Salary Range: $90, 000 - $120, 000

Job Description:
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an immediate opening for an Executive Director of Counseling in the Survivor Services Bureau (SSB). In this managerial position the Executive Director of Counseling will work in collaboration with the Chief and Deputy Chief and is responsible for taking the lead role in executing SSB Mission Statement, manage caseloads assignments, support Assistant District Attorney's office wide, provide oversight and professional development to SSB team members, and contribute to the expansion of SSB services at all DANY locations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work collaboratively with the Chiefs, provide direction and supervision to SSB staff members, and ensure SSB mission statement is executed to victims of crime at all DANY locations.
• Prepare quality control review and statistics from staff for the review by the Chiefs.
• Support Assistant District Attorneys on case matters.
• Assist the Chiefs with ADA trainings and training to outside partners.
• Take a lead role as needed in delegating casework and strategic management on SSB's role.
• Responsible for approving staff schedules, adequate coverages, and back-up coverage at all DANY locations.
• Provide oversight in staff trainings modules, workshops, and professional development projects.
• Manage performance reviews, timesheets and provide regular updates to SSB Chiefs.
• Support SSB Chiefs with special projects for the Office as assigned.
• Ongoing support and supervision to Supervisors, Assistant Supervisor, and staff.
• Collaborate with Chiefs in staff recruitment, training, supervision, and program development.
• Perform adhoc duties, and projects as assigned.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• 7 years of experience in related field, with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and/or human trafficking preferred.
• Familiarity with the criminal justice system preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and sensitivity to victim issues.
• Ability to handle high caseload and set priorities.
• Excellent engagement, and assessment skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment.
• Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, able to multi-task, and have a high concern for data accuracy.
• Ability to interact effectively with victims, witnesses, Assistant District Attorneys, law enforcement officers, and criminal justice personnel.

How to Apply:

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

Hours/Shift

• Shifts could vary between 9: 00 AM - 5: 00 PM or 10: 00 AM - 6: 00 PM
• The selected candidate must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends, as needed.

Additional Information:

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least one (1) year in their current position and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
• Looking for candidates that could commit to one (1) year to the hiring Unit.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Master's degree in Social Work and three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience.
• LCSW required.
• SIFI certified required.

Public Svc Loan Forgiveness:

• As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https: //studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement:

• City Residency is not required for this position.

The New York County District Attorney's Office is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.About Us

The New York County District Attorney's Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office's Professional Staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial Division, Investigation Division, Special Victims Division, Pathways to Public Safety Division, and Appeals Division, which handles all the Office's matters in state and federal appellate courts.

Professional Staff members perform a variety of key functions for the Office, including supporting the five Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our Professional Staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development.

The New York County District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.About the Team

The Professional Staff Recruitment Team at DANY supports the Office's initiatives to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. We seek employees that are interested in a career in the public sector and will support the Office's initiative of delivering One Standard of Justice for All.

For questions or inquiries, please contact Recruitment@dany.nyc.gov.