"Part Time Clinical Social Worker"

Part Time Clinical Social Worker

About the Opportunity

Northeastern University School of Law seeks a Social Worker to join the Domestic Violence Institute. The successful candidate will be appointed as a Part-Time Social Worker. The Domestic Violence Institute (DVI) is a part of Northeastern Law School's clinical legal education program and includes the Domestic Violence Clinic (DVC) which operates during the law school's Fall and Spring Semesters. The DVI provides critical legal representation to eligible child and adult survivors of domestic violence in family and immigration matters, engages in advocacy initiatives, and conducts community education and training.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's in Social Work
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Three years of relevant experience; two or more years of working with survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV), immigrants and/or people experiencing poverty, homelessness and/or mental illness
• Valid driver's license
• Fluency in English and Spanish

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Community Education & Outreach (15%)

• Under the supervision of the Director, works directly with the DVI's clients, students and partner organizations in conducting community education and outreach.
• At the Director's discretion, supervises clinic law students and social work students; and providing limited classroom instruction.

Clinic Projects & Client Support (70%)

• In collaboration with the Director, assists with development of clinic projects and client matters, including consultations; providing referrals; attending meetings and collaborating with internal and external partners; and supporting special projects.

Administration (15%)

• Facilitates ongoing DVI administration, including developing and maintaining relevant client files; documenting client matters; and reporting for gift objectives.

Supervision:

Supervise Master's in Social Work student(s) completing practicum with the DVI and law school students in the limited capacity of social work issues.

Documents to Submit:

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 references in a single PDF file.

Position Type
Temporary

Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Rate:
$35-$45/hour