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Job Description Part-Time Social Worker (Afterschool Program) About New York Junior Tennis & Learning For over fifty years, New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) has honored its founder Arthur Ashe’s legacy by celebrating the diversity of children, encouraging them to reach their highest potential through free tennis and academic programs. NYJTL is the largest provider of youth tennis and education programs in the nation, providing services in 100 unique sites across all five boroughs while reaching nearly 90,000 kids. In addition, NYJTL designed, funded (with NYC), built and operates the Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning in the South Bronx. All NYJTL community tennis and after school programs are offered at no cost to its participants. The mission of NYJTL is to develop the character of young people through tennis and education for a lifetime of success on and off the court. It believes life skills gained through tennis, academics, healthy living, and character development are a catalyst for long-term achievement. Position Summary: NYJTL is seeking a compassionate and skilled Part-Time Social Worker to support the emotional wellness of elementary-aged students in our school-based afterschool programs. This on-site role focuses on student mental health, staff support, and fostering a positive, trauma-informed school culture. The Social Worker will collaborate closely with the Site Director and afterschool team to implement restorative practices, provide short-term interventions, and lead small group sessions aligned with our Mental Health Skill Building curriculum. Key Responsibilities: • Provide short-term emotional and behavioral support to students during afterschool hours, • Facilitate small group sessions on topics like emotional regulation, peer relationships, and coping skills, • Collaborate with Site Directors to identify student needs and integrate trauma-informed programming, • Coach staff on best practices in restorative responses and SEL strategies, • Coordinate with caregivers and school-day staff to ensure continuity of student support, • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) from an accredited institution, • 1-2 years of experience working with children in school-based or afterschool settings, • Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, social-emotional learning (SEL), and restorative practices, • Excellent collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills, • Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution, • New York State LMSW (or willingness to obtain within the first year), • Bilingual in Spanish or another language commonly spoken in NYC schools, • PS 012 K – Dr. Jacqueline Peek-Davis — 430 Howard Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, • PS 036 X – Unionport — 1070 Castle Hill Avenue, Bronx, NY, • PS 071 X – Rose E. Scala — 3040 Roberts Avenue, Bronx, NY, • PS 191 K – Paul Robeson — 1600 Park Place, Brooklyn, NY, • PS 270 K – Johann DeKalb — 241 Emerson Place, Brooklyn, NY Schedule: 12 Hours a Week Maximum - must be available during Afterschool Hours (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM) Pay Rate: $35-$40 Please click "Apply" below or visit our careers page at nyjtl.org to complete an application. Thank you! NYJTL values the diversity of the people we hire and inspire. Diversity at our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We center equity in all our work and in our hiring practices.

Job Description POSITION TITLE: Group Leader DEPARTMENT: Youth Services LOCATION: Lafayette Gardens Cornerstone Community Center, 442 DeKalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY 112205 REPORTS TO: Program Director/Assistant Director SALARY RANGE: $20/hr up to 24hrs/week DATE: School Year 2025 - 2026 SCHEDULE: School Year Program Hours: Monday - Friday, 2pm - 10pm, Saturday 10am - 9pm. Candidates are expected to work a 4-8 hour shift within program hours, with exact working schedules varying based on program needs. JOB SUMMARY: A Group leader will assist in promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image in all elementary, middle and/or high school youths at Grand Street Settlement. A Group Leader will also provide competent supervision, develop and facilitate curriculum/activities such as homework help, STEM, health and wellness, performing arts and literacy. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIREMENTS: • High School Diploma required, some college or college degree preferred, • At least 1 year of youth development related experience that must include development of lesson plans, facilitation of classroom activities and classroom management., • Valid CPR/AED and First Aid certification through recognized accrediting body preferred, • Create a culture of positive group cohesiveness and problem solve directly with youth in groups., • Provide competent supervision of a group of children and participate in activities and trips; provide and maintain a safe and professional working environment., • Design and implement project-based curriculum and facilitate activities based on the given themes., • Work collaboratively with co-workers and cultivate a culture of professionalism and act as a role model for youth participants., • Come ready to work with a positive attitude and provide support and encouragement to youths., • Attend professional developments and training as assigned by supervisors., • Know and follow daily schedules, protocols and procedures, safety drills and safety plans., • Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits on a daily basis., • Responsible for documenting incidents and communicating incidents with supervisors and/or parents and guardians., • Coordinate community relations efforts and participate in outreach activities., • Assist in the planning, organization and execution of community events., • Maintain accurate records of youth participation, progress and other relevant information., • Supervise and evaluate youth workers, SYEP, WLG, Americorps and interns., • Clean, organize and maintain workspace and shared spaces throughout the facility. Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least one (1) professional reference should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar, and apply online through our career center. No phone calls, please! Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through! Equal Opportunity Employer