Social Worker

Job Title: Social Worker Classification: Professional Division: Student Success Department Health and Wellness Reports Assistant Vice President of Student Wellbeing and Clinical Operations FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary:

As a Social Worker specializing in student support on a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) campus, your primary responsibility is to provide comprehensive services to ensure the well-being and success of students. As a Social Worker, you play a crucial role in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Essential Functions:

1. Collaborate with the Lincoln University Health and Wellness offices, Counseling Services, Spiritual Life and Activities, Health Services, and The Division of Inclusion and Belonging Centers.

2. Student Support: • Providing individual and group services to students facing social, emotional, academic, or personal challenges. • Offering a safe and supportive space for students to discuss their concerns and develop coping strategies.

3. Crisis Intervention: • Responding to and managing crisis situations such as mental health emergencies, conflicts, or emergencies affecting students. • Facilitating CARE Team meetings and collaborating with campus departments, including Public Safety, Health Services, Counseling Services, and other departments to ensure student safety.

4. Advocacy and Outreach: • Advocating for students needs and rights within the campus community and beyond. • Developing programs and initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus.

5. Referrals and Resource Coordination: • Connecting students to external support services such as mental health professionals, housing assistance, financial aid, or legal services. • Coordinating with campus departments to provide holistic support to students.

6. Educational Workshops: • Organizing workshops and training sessions on topics such as mental health, stress management, healthy relationships, and conflict resolution. • Empowering students with knowledge and skills to navigate college life successfully.

7. Collaboration and Networking: • Building relationships with campus staff, faculty, and community organizations to enhance support services for students. • Participating in interdisciplinary teams to address student needs comprehensively.

8. Documentation and Evaluation: • Maintaining accurate records of student interactions, progress, and outcomes. • Evaluating the effectiveness of support programs and making recommendations for continuous improvement.

9. Assist with managing the Health and Wellness Ambassadors Leadership Program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred in social work, counseling, Human Services, or related field. • Demonstrated experience working in a post-secondary environment, coordinating student program and support services for disadvantaged and/or underserved populations. • Demonstrated experience working with a diverse student population.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Must have the ability to write reports, including the use of Microsoft Office Applications such as Excel, Word, and Canva. • Must have the ability to navigate and create content on social media such as Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. • Ability to communicate effectively with people from varied social, educational, and economic backgrounds. • Must be able to work without constant supervision, make decisions, and have good judgment. • Must be comfortable with preparing and giving presentations. • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. • Must have a high level of professional appearance and demeanor. • Have the ability to initiate and implement trauma-informed care and support to students. • Exhibit an understanding and commitment to a culturally-focused developmental model. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Demands:

• Dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse. • Ability to hear and speak clearly and body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend, and reach. • The coordinator may experience stress and stress-related symptoms due to interacting with students in crisis.

Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend work. • Travel for administrative work is expected. • The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. • Response to crisis situations can be unpredictable, emotional, and threatening. The coordinator must be prepared to handle own stress.