The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.

The Critical Incident Stress Management Program (CISM) mission is to provide ongoing support to members of the service who respond to or are involved in critical incidents. Participants meet with qualified Mental Health Professionals to debrief an incident, and receive ongoing support and training in a confidential and supportive environment. The program collects and maintains key program performance, outcome measures, and dashboards to inform trauma mitigation, support initiatives, and suicide prevention. The critical Incident Stress Management Program is a proactive approach in promoting wellness and overall well-being of all members of service.

The Health and Wellness Section is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Social Worker assigned to the Critical Incident Stress Management Unit. In this role, the Social Worker will provide outreach, assessment, and support services to NYPD members experiencing personal, occupational, or critical incident-related stress. Responsibilities include identifying barriers to care, coordinating referrals to mental health, behavioral health, substance misuse, community-based resources; and collaborating with psychologists, peer counselors, command staff, and community partners to ensure comprehensive support. The position requires sound clinical judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters while participating in crisis response, wellness outreach, and initiatives that promote resilience and overall well-being of members of the service.



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TO APPLY:
Click the Apply’ Button below, or visit: http://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for JOB ID # 784132.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, Experience working in law enforcement is preferred but not required.

In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

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Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements
A Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.

License Requirements
You will be required to have a valid Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license issued by the New York State Department of Education within one year of the date of appointment. This license must be presented to the appointing officer at the time of appointment or, if it is obtained after appointment, at the time it is received. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

If you fail to obtain your LMSW or LCSW license within one year of the date of appointment, your probationary period will be automatically extended for six months. If you fail to obtain the required license by the end of 18 months of service, you will be terminated.

Special Note

Section 424-a of the New York Social service Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-care responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report. The agency has the discretion to assign a candidate who has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report to a position with no child-care responsibilities.

Preferred Skills

55a Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Residency Requirement

Additional Information

The City of New York 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.

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