Community School Social Worker

OUR MISSION: Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future.

OUR VISION: We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success.

PROGRAM DESIGN: RTS facilitates a variety of youth programs including after-school, summer camps, retreats, conferences and summer employment opportunities reaching thousands of young people throughout NYC each year. RTS emphasizes the youth development practice of the Circle of Courage in all our programs; creating an environment of Belonging, where young people can build their Independence, find and develop their Mastery skill, and practice Generosity in their communities.

At the core of our programs are staff training strategies that enable our young professionals to develop extraordinarily meaningful relationships with the young people in their care who we call Our Future Leaders because that is what they all are.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Community School Social Worker will provide direct mental health and social-emotional support to students while leading a team of social work interns. This role is integral in advancing a trauma-informed, healing-centered school culture and developing systems of care aligned with the community school's goals.

ORGANIZATIONAL ROLE:

Reports To: Community School Director
Supervises: Social Work Interns
Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Compensation: $65,000 - $67,000 per year

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student and School Support:

• Build rapport with students, maintain confidential case files, and conduct one-on-ones

• Conduct assessments and develop service plans to address student needs

• Integrate trauma-informed and healing-centered practices school-wide

• Facilitate access to services through referrals to internal and external supports

• Support the creation and implementation of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies and curricula

• Implement mental health interventions using a three-tiered support model (universal, targeted, and intensive)
  
  Intern Supervision and Team Development:
• Oversee and coach a team of social work interns
• Conduct regular group supervision and prep bi-weekly intern meetings

• Guide interns through documentation, referrals, and case management

• Ensure alignment with RTS practice, DOE standards, and ethical social work guidelines
  
  Partnerships and Systems Building:
• Collaborate with the DOE Office of School Health and School Mental Health Team
• Co-create the community school mental health work plan

• Build and maintain a robust referral network with community-based providers

• Provide culturally responsive training for school staff on SEL and equity practices
  
  Compliance and Reporting:
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal guidelines
• Stay informed of changes in policy, licensing, or best practices

• Monitor and report program outcomes as needed

• Complete and submit detailed quarterly reports that outline service delivery, student outcomes, referrals, intern contributions, and trends in student need

• Use report data to inform program strategy, stakeholder updates, and continuous quality improvement

• Collaborate with the Community School Director and site team to ensure data accuracy and timely submission
  
  Family & Community Engagement:
• Build trusting relationships with families through consistent, culturally responsive communication
• Conduct outreach to families regarding student needs, supports, and progress

• Facilitate or co-lead parent workshops related to mental health, SEL, or community resources

• Collaborate with school and RTS leadership to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for families

• Represent the program at school events and after school events as needed.

• Promote access to support services, including referrals to mental health, housing, or youth employment resources.

• Help plan and support community-building events.
  
  Data & Continuous Improvement:
• Track key metrics tied to student support, attendance, behavior, and engagement
• Use data to identify gaps, refine practices, and inform service delivery

• Support site team in using data to monitor program effectiveness and student outcomes

• Participate in regular review cycles and contribute to school improvement planning

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree in MSW required. LMSW or LCSW preferred from an accredited school of social work.

• Minimum 3 years in youth development or early childhood programming

• Minimum 4 years of school-based social work experience

• At least 1 year of supervisory or intern management experience

• Familiarity with SEL and trauma-informed frameworks

• Strong communication, critical thinking, and group facilitation skills

• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The position is based in New York City and at times requires travel to multiple program sites.

• Must be comfortable working in DOE school buildings and community-based locations.

• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events or training.

• Must be able to navigate stairs and carry materials up to 25 pounds when needed.

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrates cultural responsiveness and a…