MISSION: Ellis partners with families to provide high-quality early childhood education programs in a warm, nurturing environment. A recognized leader in our field, we support children across the socio-economic spectrum, treasure diversity in all forms, and celebrate the joy of childhood.

Ellis Early Learning is a vibrant, Boston-based nonprofit with a rich history founded in 1885. Ellis provides high-quality early education and care for infants, toddlers, and preschool children. Ellis is among the most socio-economically, racially, and culturally diverse organizations serving children in Boston. Through a partnership with Boston Public Schools, it operates four high-performing community-based K-1 (UPK) classrooms. Ellis operates out of two historic buildings in the South End, and an additional site in Jamaica Plain. Learn more about us at www.ellisearlylearning.org.

POSITION OVERVIEW: If you're passionate about serving children in their earliest years and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, Ellis may be the place for you! Flexibility is a must in this role that has both administrative and direct service components, as each day is different and likely may not go as planned. You will be placed at our Jamaica Plain site full-time. The Ellis team is a group of committed and dedicated professionals- a wonderful team to be a part of. Social Workers fluent in Spanish, with energy, flexibility, and a strong understanding of working with a diverse population of families should apply!

RESPONSIBILITIES

Social Work Program Administration

Collaborate with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to enroll children in eligible DCF slots and support the Enrollment Manager to manage DCF referrals/authorizations. Also, coordinate with DCF Social Workers to provide updates about the child(ren)'s progress in the program monthly, or as needed
Maintain and coordinate partnerships with external organizations to provide increased therapeutic resources to the program
Coordinate directly with the Social Work team and Program Leadership to establish procedures for program intakes, referrals, and termination of services
Maintain all necessary documentation in clinical files
Participate and provide a therapeutic lens in parent meetings as requested by leadership
Attend weekly meetings with the family support team and Vice President of Programs, and Center of Excellence & Equity Team, currently in development.

Social Work Program Implementation

Manage external referrals for mental health services and coordinate support with Family Navigator, as needed
Provide observations requested by teachers or caregivers
Facilitate or coordinate therapeutic social skills groups offered to preschool and UPK students to support social and emotional development
Provide trauma-informed and strengths-based behavior management support and interventions, as well as coaching to staff regarding implementation
Provide classroom support and crisis interventions to all classrooms and families at our JP site
Facilitate meetings with caregivers and teachers upon request for guidance and support

General Ellis Support

Help facilitate various donations for families as needed
Keep all donations organized and stocked
Provide front desk coverage as needed; greet families and transfer phone calls

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Social Work or candidate for Master's degree within 3 months
Bilingual Spanish speaking required
LCSW strongly preferred, but not required
Demonstrated experience in early childhood care or mental health and understanding the importance of early relational health
Demonstrated experience in serving culturally and racially diverse families from low-income households
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and systematic oppression
Strong interpersonal communication skills (in person, by phone, and in writing)
Superior attention to detail, consistency, accuracy, and follow-through
Able to practice effective organizational skills
Demonstrate sound personal judgment, show initiative, and resourcefulness

Competitive salary and benefits package including vacation and sick time, health insurance, dental/vison insurance, flex spending account, EAP, life insurance and 401k with employer match. Additional weekly supervision with LICSW towards licensure.

All candidates must conduct and pass an EEC Background check before their start date.

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