Job description

New hires receive a sign-on bonus of $500 (after taxes) in their first paycheck and an additional $1500 when they complete 6 months of employment

East Boston Social Centers is a multi-service agency and community center that cultivates community, belonging, and joy. Founded in 1918 to welcome and support immigrant families, East Boston Social Centers continues to proudly embrace “welcome” in all we do. Our core services range across educational, social, and recreational programs to support the diverse community of East Boston and our neighbors of all ages. For over a century, our programs and services have welcomed neighbors of all ages, interests, and backgrounds through our doors. Each year, we provide direct programming for 3,000+ children, teens, and adults.

"When all give, all gain."This is so much more than a motto at East Boston Social Centers. We seek to ensure all have an opportunity to give and to gain, and recognize the critical importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and organization, where all belong. We actively seek and encourage a diverse and inclusive workforce that is reflective of our communities. We are strengthened by this vitality and wealth of life experiences. If you are encouraged by an opportunity to do your best work in an environment where your contributions are valued, come join us.

Reporting to the Director of our Bright Minds Out of School Time (OST) program, the OST Social Worker serves as an advocate and resource for the children and as a resource for their families and our staff.

Primary Responsibilities

· Forms positive relationships with families, children, and staff.

· Advocates for families and builds relationships and maintains monthly contact with schools and collaterals for identified youth.

· Assists the Directors and staff in developing and implementing EEC required Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and curriculum.

· Acts as a liaison between parents, collaterals and childcare staff.

· Regularly observes children in the program to help identify those that need additional supports. In addition, observes program to assist staff in utilizing appropriate behavioral methods.

· Writes behavior plans and uses other clinical assessments as needed.

· Completes 51As when needed.

· Is available during program hours to assist staff with immediate behavioral needs or crisis.

· Provides consultation with staff and parents for individual children, makes referrals if necessary.

· Provides training for staff.

· Participates in all mandatory OST Staff meetings.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Ability to practice cultural humility.

· Trauma informed.

· History or filing 51A’s and working with the Department of Children and Families

· Childcare, Residential or School experience preferred.

· Spanish/English fluency and writing skills.

· CPI Certified

· Familiarity with CBHI, ACES, IEPs/504 Ability to read and interpret IEP.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in social work or closely related field. Childcare, Residential or School experience preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Target hiring range is $55,000 to $65,000 depending on education and experience. We offer comprehensive benefits including health and dental insurance, 403b retirement plan, 12 paid holidays, PTO (vacation, sick and personal days), Life/Short/long-term disability, childcare assistance, and more. The Social Centers has a family environment and embodies our motto “when all give, all gain.”

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter explaining your interest in and qualifications for this opportunity and a resume summarizing your related experience and education.

East Boston Social Centers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• East Boston, MA 02128: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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