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
- Support implementation and analysis of pre- and post-program SEL surveys
Qualifications:
- 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
- Cultural humility and experience working with diverse communities
Preferred:
- 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
- Familiarity with NYC DOE/DOH afterschool programming
Location(s):
- PS 009 K – The Sarah Smith Garnet School — 80 Underhill Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
- 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 093 K – William H. Prescott — 31 New York Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
- PS 100 X – Isaac Clason — 800 Taylor Avenue, Bronx, NY
- PS 127 Q – Aerospace Science Magnet — 98-01 25th Avenue, Queens, NY
- PS 148 Q – PS 148 Queens — 89-02 32nd Avenue, Queens, NY
- PS 191 K – Paul Robeson — 1600 Park Place, Brooklyn, NY
- PS 270 K – Johann DeKalb — 241 Emerson Place, Brooklyn, NY
- PS 289 K – George V. Brower — 900 St. Marks Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: 12 Hours a Week Maximum - must be available during Afterschool Hours (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Pay Rate: $35-$40