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Since 1971, Alternatives has modeled innovative alternatives to the status quo in Chicago's youth ... In addition to working directly with young people, we train, coach and advocate for youth-serving ...

Since 1971, Alternatives has modeled innovative alternatives to the status quo in Chicago's youth ... In addition to working directly with young people, we train, coach and advocate for youth-serving ...

Since 1971, Alternatives has modeled innovative alternatives to the status quo in Chicago's youth ... In addition to working directly with young people, we train, coach and advocate for youth-serving ...

Alternatives Overview : Our mission is to inspire young people to create a just future through ... In addition to working directly with young people, we train, coach and advocate for youth-serving ...

Since 1971, Alternatives has modeled innovative alternatives to the status quo in Chicago's youth ... In addition to working directly with young people, we train, coach and advocate for youth-serving ...

Description Alternatives Overview : Our mission is to inspire young people to create a just future ... In addition to working directly with young people, we train, coach and advocate for youth-serving ...

Monday-Friday 11:00am-7:00 pm (working lunch with youth) Do you want to work where you can make an ... New Alternatives, Inc. is a private nonprofit agency that has provided a wide range of services to ...

Restorative Practices Coach

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

Represent Alternatives' at relevant forums and events as assigned. * Participate in agency ... Experience working in schools (a background in social service, student support, or community ...

Be Seen First

New Alternatives, Inc. is committed to utilizing trauma-informed care principles throughout our ... Worker New Alternatives' CAC Program is looking for patient, motivated, nurturing and positive ...

Be Seen First

New Alternatives, Inc. is committed to utilizing trauma-informed care principles throughout our ... Worker New Alternatives' CAC Program is looking for patient, motivated, nurturing and positive ...

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Social Worker Alternative to Detention (Per Diem)

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$41.75/hr

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Position Overview: 

The Social Worker – Alternative to Detention provides direct clinical services to youth aged 13 to 20 with court-involvement. The SW-ATD conducts short-term counseling interventions to address participants’ developmental, behavioral, and social needs. The SW-ATD also helps youth understand their charges, the impact of their actions, and ways to avoid further involvement in the juvenile justice-system. The SW-ATD collaborates with families, referral sources, court stakeholders, and community partners to support participants’ compliance with program requirements and successful case resolution. Services are provided in the community and other designated locations.

Position Qualifications:

LMSW, LCSW, LMHC or equivalent preferred, or master’s degree in social work with minimum two-years of relevant job or internship experience. Familiarity with MI, CBT, DBT, Trauma-informed approaches, and other treatment modalities. Skilled communicator to work in a multi-disciplinary setting and maintain strong relationships with multiple agencies and organizations both on-site and in the community. Understanding of adolescent development. Ability to write in a clear and detailed manner. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to support youth availability. Strong analytical skills. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

The Children’s Village does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee or contractor because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

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