SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee all aspects of the Learning to Work Program  Develop Internships sites throughout the NYC area Provide guidance to worksite supervisors as needed  Plan and facilitate weekly job readiness groups with students  Provide crisis intervention and conflict mediation as needed Develop and implement student enrichment activities and after school electives  Proactively engage students via phone, email, text and in-person conversation both reminding and encouraging them to come to school. Coordinate student needs with services, programing, and resources that surrounds each person with the social and emotional well-being that adds enrichment for the high school students with attendance and academic challenges. Complete necessary data entry as required in data systems in a timely manner Works as a collaborative team with faculty, including participating in staff meetings, retreats Other related duties as assigned by supervisor. SCO Family of Services is an equal employment opportunity employer.

​​​​​​​QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree and related experience; MSW Preferred  Experienced and Demonstrated skill in working with youth and their families  Demonstrated ability in planning, facilitation, and coordination of group work  Strong verbal and written communication skills Commitment to work from a strengths-based and youth development perspectives  Capacity to work independently and collaboratively with staff members Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure Diverse cultural competence is a must Computer proficiency including Microsoft Word and Excel, email correspondence, and database management a requisite In addition, employees need to possess the following characteristics: Be team players Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization. Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families. Ability to set limits and maintain helping role of practitioner and to intervene appropriately.

Salary starting at 45,000 with BA and up to $55,000 with Master's