Social Work Program Assistant

MOUNT ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY • Delhi Township, OH

72d • Onsite

About The Position

The Social Work Department at Mount St. Joseph University is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented work-study student to enhance the university's organizational capacity. This role involves developing sustainable programs and systems to address community needs, including expanding outreach, increasing volunteer engagement, and strengthening partnerships with local organizations. The project aims to improve internal processes, ensure long-term sustainability, and ultimately empower MSJ to have a lasting, positive impact on individuals and families in the community, helping low-income students access a college pathway and break the cycle of poverty.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled at Mount St. Joseph University
• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in social media platforms and basic graphic design software (e.g., Canva) is a plus.
• Interest in social work and community engagement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create Advocacy Toolkits: Develop resource toolkits with tips, guides, and templates for parents to advocate for their children's needs in educational, healthcare, and social service settings.
• Explore strategies to foster a community of parents (The Parenting Academy participants) for connection, experience sharing, and mutual support.
• Provide resources for parents on understanding and managing mental health, counseling, stress management, and coping with poverty-related challenges.
• Develop and distribute mental health resource toolkits with local service contact information and tips for recognizing and addressing mental health challenges.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with local organizations, schools, and government agencies to expand the reach and sustainability of The Parenting Academy and other support services for low-income families.
• Research and outreach to local schools, community centers, government agencies, and businesses that align with the program's mission to form potential partnerships.
• Research existing community resources to identify potential gaps in supports for students and/or parents.
• Promote opportunities for community members to support The Parenting Academy and other MSJ programs.
• Create and implement sustainable solutions for program management at MSJ.
• Develop a system to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of The Parenting Academy and other programs at MSJ.
• Collect data and feedback from stakeholders to assess program efficiency and identify methods for improvement.
• Compile evaluation data into reports for stakeholders, funders, and partners, ensuring transparency and identifying areas for program improvement.

Benefits

• Annual performance evaluations if the student works the entire academic year. If the student works one semester, the performance evaluation will be completed after that semester.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed