GA Family Services - Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Case Worker

Job Description

Job Description

GA Family Services - Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Caseworker Reports To : Program Manager of Health and Family Services

Position Status : Full-Time (40-hours per week)

Position Schedule : The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, hours will vary based upon the needs of the youth / family

Salary Range : $21 to $25.89 per hour, commensurate with education and experience

GA Family Services, a division of Lutheran Social Services, is dedicated to strengthening families and empowering youth across Western New York. Our Accountability and Responsibility (A&R) Program helps teens build life skills, emotional regulation, and decision-making abilities that promote long-term success at home, in school, and in the community.

P urpose : The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Group Facilitator serves as a group leader within the Accountability and Responsibility (A&R) Program. This role focuses on guiding youth through social-emotional learning, life skills, and personal development activities—helping them build resilience, responsibility, and confidence. The SEL Facilitator also provides supportive phone follow-ups and home visits to reinforce learned skills and ensure ongoing engagement and progress.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master’s degree preferred (Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Education, or related field)
• Experience working with youth—especially adolescents—and their families
• Strong background in social-emotional learning, treatment planning, and life skills coaching
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment
• Must have own transportation, a valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance as required by NYS law.

Job Duties :

Lead Forward Thinking Series groups of up to 10 participants, three days per week.

Facilitate engaging, skill-based sessions designed to increase motivation, social-emotional awareness, and healthy decision-making.

Partner with Lead Facilitators and A&R program staff to enhance youth engagement and success in SEL and afterschool accountability activities.

Conduct support phone calls and home visits to reinforce learning, promote attendance, and address individual needs.

Track and maintain accurate attendance, participation, and progress data for all program participants.

Complete Life Skills Assessments and ensure eligible youth access Chafee funds to support normative experiences.

Collaborate closely with county case managers, planners, and other GA Family Services staff to ensure holistic, youth-centered care.

Attend case planning meetings, service plan reviews (SPRs), and other team meetings to represent youth voice and progress.

Document activities and progress notes in Connections at least weekly.

Support youth in developing workplace and educational readiness skills to promote long-term success.

Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining records, submitting receipts, and completing paperwork timely and accurately

Travel frequently using own vehicle to support home visits, meetings, and community-based programming (mileage reimbursement is available).

Participates in public relations events and assists other program staff as needed.

Safety – Follows required safety procedures

In-services – Attends all required in-service training.

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off, Including Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Reimbursement Account

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Join our Team

If you’re passionate about helping youth build confidence, accountability, and emotional well-being, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a mission-driven team making a lasting difference in our community!

Lutheran Social Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.