SCO Family of Services

EARLY CHILDHOOD - SOCIAL WORK INTERN


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PayCompetitive
LocationBrooklyn/New York
Employment typePart-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: EARLY004251

      Social worker Interns

      Maintains relationships with families Utilize Solution-Based Casework—an evidence-based family support program that focuses on partnering with families to ensure the safety and well-being of children—to provide case management services, including assisting families in determining family strengths, needs, and goals. Assist parents with understanding and implementing the Family Partnership Agreement in order to encourage and promote their overall development including achievement of self-sufficiency as well as positive developmental outcomes for their children. Work in collaboration with other Family Support staff and consultants to monitor, track and coordinate services for children and parents assist in planning parent activities, encourage parent participation in program activities and obtain feedback from parents regarding the level of satisfaction with the services they receive. Participate in staffing of all families on their caseload and case studies. Promote and maintain parent involvement in governance, activities, and services. Maintain a working knowledge of community resources and current trends in social services. Maintain records and document services in a timely manner. Ensure program maintains funded enrollment level and waiting list, fill vacancies as needed at the individual sites and analyze enrollment data to inform the planning process. Oversee the planning and implementation of parent orientation. Participate in recruiting volunteers from the community. Perform other duties as assigned.

      SCO Family of Services is an equal opportunity employer.

      Qualifications -

      Pursuing BA Degree or higher in social work or a related field

      Relevant experience working with children and families in a community-based program

      Demonstrated ability to stay abreast of developments in best practice and research relating to early education and family engagement

      Ability to establish supportive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds

      Knowledge of community resources and capacity to develop community cooperation to ensure that families receive comprehensive services.

      Ability and willingness to work in a program located in a high-risk, low-income community

      Experience in multi-cultural environments serving vulnerable or underserved populations

      Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team as a cooperative and supportive team member

      Ability to utilize and provide reflective supervision

      Proficiency in multiple software applications, including most Microsoft Office products

      Possess a strong belief in peoples ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families

      Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written

      Diligent; Strong time management skills

      ** Must be fully vaccinated **

      Team player

      SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients. All staff are screened and trained. Any inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously. We will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

      Qualifications

      Education

      Required

      Masters

      Equal Opportunity Employer
      This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

  • About the company

      SCO gets young children off to a good start, launches youth into adulthood, strengthens families and unlocks potential for people with special needs. Extraordinary reach. Unconditional care. Life-changing results.

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