Visitation Monitor - Brooklyn Family Court

Summary: 

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