Trauma-Informed School Social Worker — After School

New York Junior Tennis & Learning; New York (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) seeks a Part-Time Social Worker to support student emotional wellness and inclusive participation in afterschool programs. This on-site role is assigned to one site, Monday through Thursday, 2:30–5:30 PM, totaling 12 hours weekly.

The Social Worker will provide brief check-ins, group sessions, family engagement, crisis response, and accommodations planning, coordinating with the Program Site Director and Social Work Manager.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work required.
• 2–4 years of experience in community‑based social work or related field.
• Experience working with children and families in schools or afterschool settings.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed care, SEL, restorative practices, and inclusive programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide brief emotional and behavioral support to students during afterschool hours via individual check‑ins and small groups.
• Assist with crisis response and trauma‑informed de‑escalation per NYJTL protocols.
• Support family engagement, referrals, and coordination with school‑day staff.
• Help implement SEL curricula and promote an inclusive program climate.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

SEL

Family engagement

Cultural responsiveness

Staff coaching

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

LMSW preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) seeks a Part-Time Social Worker to support student emotional wellness and inclusive participation in afterschool programs. This on-site role is assigned to one site, Monday through Thursday, 2:30–5:30 PM, totaling 12 hours weekly.

The Social Worker will provide brief check-ins, group sessions, family engagement, crisis response, and accommodations planning, coordinating with the Program Site Director and Social Work Manager.