Senior Social Worker, Jail Diversion
Center for Justice InnovationNew York, New York, United States
Posted February 12, 2026
71500 - 94200 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization founded in 1996, dedicated to enhancing safety and racial justice through innovative approaches. With decades of experience in courts and communities, they offer a wide range of services including community courts, problem-solving justice, and research, aiming to drive systemic change and improve access to justice across the nation.
Job Description
The Center for Justice Innovation is seeking a Senior Social Worker, Jail Diversion to lead a team of social workers and counselors who assess the clinical and services needs of defendants currently being held in pretrial detention. The Senior Social Worker will supervise a team, conduct clinical assessments, and develop treatment recommendations.
Requirements
- LMSW required
- 5-7 years in criminal justice and/or a related field
- 1 year of supervisory experience strongly preferred
- SIFI certified or eligible
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare
- Free basic dental coverage
- Vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA
- 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%
- Mental health care services
- Talkspace and Ginger through healthcare plans