Social Worker ( Education Programs )

Good Shepherd Services•Brooklyn, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Social Worker provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, attendance outreach, and workshops for young adults and assists with implementing other aspects of the Downtown Brooklyn High School Young Adult Borough Center (YABC) Program. The role collaborates extensively with Department of Education teachers and administrators and is based at George Westinghouse High School in Brooklyn. The position is listed as being available only until May 2027 and works 35 hours per week: Monday through Thursday, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The position is exempt.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Art/Music Therapy, or another related counseling field.
Experience working with adolescents or young adults individually and in groups.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work cohesively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Commitment to working from a strength-based and/or youth, family, and community development perspective.
Ability to work evenings and some Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

Relevant licensure preferred.
Bilingual Spanish preferred.
Prior experience in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling and crisis intervention as needed.
Conduct initial intake and assessment, develop plans, and provide ongoing case management with students.
Support regular school attendance by identifying obstacles, connecting students with resources, and conducting home visits.
Plan and coordinate with Good Shepherd Services team members and relevant school staff.
Facilitate case consultations with Advocate Counselors, Internship Coordinators, and Department of Education staff.
Work with families and Department of Education staff to help students achieve their goals.
Complete statistical, narrative, and record-keeping duties as required.
Assist with program activities, 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 workgroups.
Attend continuing education workshops and trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.