Social Worker ( Columbus YABC High School

Position: Social Worker ( Columbus YABC High School)
Title:

Social Worker / Mental Health Counselor

Reports to:

Program Director, Columbus YABC High School

Location:

925 Astor Ave, Bronx, NY 10469

Hours:

35 Hours/Week;
Exempt

Schedule:

M-Th (1pm-9pm) F (8a-4p)

Salary: MSW - $58,000 - $65,000

LMSW - $61,000 - $72,000

LCSW - $64,500 - $75,500

Job Summary:

The Social Worker provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, attendance outreach, and workshops to young adults and assists in implementing other aspects of the Program; collaborate extensively with Department of Education (DOE) teachers and administrators.

Major Duties:

* Provide individual and group counseling and crisis intervention as needed.

* Provide initial intake, assessment, planning and ongoing case management with students.

* Assist students in attending school regularly through identifying obstacles and connecting with resources as well as conducting home visits.

* Plan and coordinate with other Good Shepherd Services team members and relevant school staff.

* Facilitate case consultations with the Advocate Counselors, Internship Coordinators and DOE staff.

* Work with families and DOE staff to assist students in achieving goals.

* Perform statistical, narrative and record keeping duties as required.

* Assist in carrying out other aspects of the program including recognition events, trips and leadership activities.

* Conduct workshops on healthy relationships, dating violence, nutrition and other relevant topics.

* Develop resources and linkages to meet student needs.

* Participate in agency-wide work groups.

* Attend continuing education workshops and trainings.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* Masters Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Art/Music Therapy or other related counseling field required. Relevant Licensure preferred.

* Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

* Must have experience working with adolescents/young adults individually and in groups.

* Prior experience in a school setting preferred.

* Must be able to work evenings.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Must be able to work cohesively as part of an inter-disciplinary team.

* Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth, family and community development perspective.