Social Worker (Part-Time - Jamaica, Queens)

POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE INC•New York, NY

5d•$40 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Police Athletic League (PAL) is seeking a part-time Social Worker to support the social-emotional well-being, healthy development, and overall success of high school youth participating in Youthlink programs. The Social Worker will provide individual and small-group support, facilitate social-emotional learning and wellness programming, identify youth who may benefit from additional support, and connect young people and families with appropriate school, community, and mental health resources. The role builds trusting relationships with teens navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, family circumstances, relationships, school, and other social-emotional concerns. The Social Worker collaborates with Youthlink staff, school personnel, families, mental health providers, and community partners to strengthen protective factors and connect youth with appropriate support. The position reports to the Teen Supervisor and receives additional support and supervision from the EBC Director and PAL leadership. The role is based at the Edward Byrne Center in Queens, New York, and requires 15 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, three hours per day. The Social Worker must also attend 15 hours of orientation before programming begins, complete 30 hours of Building Resiliency in Youth training, and attend scheduled staff meetings and professional development throughout the year. Compensation is $40–$42 per hour, commensurate with skills and experience.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited social work program.
Minimum of two years of experience working with adolescents.
Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
Ability to work 15 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, three hours per day.
Ability to attend 15 hours of orientation before programming begins and complete 30 hours of Building Resiliency in Youth training.
Ability to attend scheduled staff meetings and professional development throughout the year.
Willingness to learn and grow and to integrate mental health, social-emotional learning, and special-needs inclusion skills into programming.

Nice To Haves

New York State LMSW or LCSW; candidates eligible for licensure may be considered.
Experience working with adolescents in a school, youth development, community-based, behavioral health, or social service setting.
Experience facilitating workshops, group discussions, or activities focused on stress management, coping skills, wellness, or personal development.
Bilingual in Spanish, French, or Chinese.

Responsibilities

Foster social and emotional competencies and mental and physical well-being in a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
Provide individual and small-group social-emotional support to youth experiencing challenges affecting their well-being and participation in programming.
Collaborate with program staff, school personnel, mental health professionals, and community partners to support youth wellness, maintain appropriate documentation, and ensure programming reflects participating teens’ needs.
Be aware of students’ IEPs and medical conditions and follow support plans to help students with special needs thrive.
Respond appropriately when time-sensitive mental health services are needed, including suicide prevention and support related to grief or loss due to a family member’s death or incarceration.
Refer youth to appropriate mental health services as needed.
Work cooperatively with Group Leaders, professional staff, teachers, and other program and school staff.
Build positive relationships with youth and caretakers and serve as a role model in demeanor, communication, and behavior.
Attend meetings with staff, caretakers, volunteers, and community residents as needed.
Interact with caretakers and maintain open lines of communication.
Attend 15 hours of orientation before programming begins and complete 30 hours of Building Resiliency in Youth training.
Attend scheduled staff meetings and professional development throughout the year.