Social Work Program Supervisor

Social Work Program Supervisor

Reel Works is hiring a full-time Social Work Program Supervisor dedicated to the Train & Earn program, to oversee the delivery of mental health, well-being, self-management, and other supportive service needs of participants through small groups and one-on-one sessions and case management support.

Reports To:

Program Senior Manager, Train & Earn

Compensation:
Full-time 40 hours per week; $72k - $78k

Benefits: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Match

Location:

This position requires candidates to be based in the New York City Metro area, with the flexibility of a hybrid office environment with the physical location split across our Brooklyn, NY office and other program dependent locations. Three (3) days in office minimum is required.

About The Organizations:

Change the storytellers, change the world! At Reel Works, we believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. Reel Works was founded in 2001 to encourage young people to share their stories through filmmaking. Our work has since expanded to help build a more inclusive media industry and provide emerging talent with the mentorship, skills, and professional networks needed to succeed.

Our mission is to educate, train, and mentor emerging talent from all backgrounds to succeed in the media industry. Through the power of storytelling and workforce development, we remove barriers to entry, unlock creative potential, and equip young people and emerging professionals with the tools to thrive in a rapidly evolving media industry.

Our workforce development program, MediaMKRS, was launched by Reel Works in 2019 to address the crisis of inclusion in the media industry with a goal to diversify the media landscape and create equitable solutions. MediaMKRS educates and empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds to succeed in the media industry through comprehensive training, hands-on work experiences, networking opportunities, and unparalleled access to industry professionals needed for a thriving career.

To learn more visit reelworks.org and mediamkrs.org.

The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish. Train & Earn, one of DYCD's federally-funded Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs for out-of-school, out-of-work (OSOW) youth in New York City, aims to fund integrated and holistic program models that will strengthen New York City's (City) workforce development system and help young people gain the support, educational credentials and skills.

The Position:

Under the supervision of the Program Senior Manager, the Social Work Program Supervisor will support the Reel Works mission and the Train & Earn program by playing a vital role in supporting the mental health and well-being of our participants. This position provides clinical guidance and supervision to the wellness team while facilitating small group sessions and providing individual support to help individuals develop self-management skills and access needed resources.

We are looking for a licensed mental health professional with experience in staff supervision, group facilitation, and trauma-informed practices who is passionate about mental health counseling to help individuals improve their mental health and well-being while achieving their personal and career goals.

What You'll Do:

Group Facilitation & Individual Support (40%)

• Design and conduct engaging and evidence-based small group sessions focused on mental health topics, well-being promotion, and self-management strategies
• Facilitate open and supportive group discussions, fostering a safe and respectful environment for participants to share their experiences
• Adapt session content to meet the specific needs and interests of the group
• Provide individual support and counseling participants, including those with disabilities, as needed
• Develop and oversee individualized service plans addressing mental health concerns, barriers to participation, youth development, and career goals
• Conduct participant screenings and assessments to identify eligibility barriers, supportive service needs, strengths, and areas for growth
• Utilize evidence-based practices, including trauma-informed care, to provide effective interventions
• Stay up-to-date on current mental health research and best practices
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records
• Ensure…