Social Worker, Achievement Initiative

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule: Fully on-site; occasional hybrid, subject to business needs
• Salary Range: $62,400-$67,000

Position Summary

Columbia School of Social Work (CSSW) has been a leader in social work education and research since 1898. Our mission is to foster social work education, practice, and research that strengthen and expand the opportunities, resources, and capabilities of all persons to achieve their full potential and well-being. Our mission extends beyond the classroom, aiming to create a tangible impact on communities around the world.

Reporting to the Program Director of the Achievement Initiative at the Columbia School of Social Work the Social Worker provides comprehensive student engagement services to high school students at a partner public high school in West Harlem.

The Social Worker plays a critical role in providing high-quality program services that aid in the development and implementation of service interventions that will help ensure student success in achieving personal and academic milestones. The Social Worker also develops and implements college, workforce, life skill workshops, and Practicum Learning Instruction for graduate social work students.

THIS POSITION IS 100% GRANT-FUNDED. CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate student-focused programming to promote personal and academic achievement. Develop and facilitate student workshops on life skills, college preparation, and workforce development.
• Provide individual and small group counseling to students and implement social-emotional assessments and personal learning plans with all students on the program roster. Plan and implement local college and career exploratory field trips, and identify referral programs and resources for students in need.
• Serve as a Practicum Learning Instructor for two graduate social work students each year. Practicum Learning includes reviewing weekly process recordings, providing weekly task supervision, and completing required student evaluations. Provide support and guidance to mentors, tutors, and Personal Learning Plan Coordinators who may be placed at the partner school to work with students. Supervise 3-4 undergraduate students, mentors, and tutors.
• Design and manage data collection systems and collaborate with program staff to support them in implementation. Maintain student case files and program attendance records. Assist in writing program summary reports for contract requirements. Manage student recruitment, engagement, and retention.
• Recruit family participants and facilitate family educational workshops; Conduct family home visits and recommend appropriate and necessary referrals to families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent related experience required and 0 - 2 years of related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work.
• Experience in providing both individual and group counseling, as well as experience and a high comfort level in facilitating group workshops.
• Knowledge of youth development principles and the challenges facing low-income, minority, youth, and families in urban environments.
• Experience in program development and implementation.
• Experience in managing and supervising staff.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Other Requirements

• 
  Must hold a license in Social Work (LMSW).
• Supervisor in Field Instruction (SIFI) certified or eligible and willing to take the SIFI class beginning in September.
• Experience working in a school setting.
• Experience working with adolescents.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, Access, and other data management programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with parties at all levels, including students, families, faculty, external stakeholders, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.