Social Worker

The counseling program is designed to support the mental health of the students and their

Families at Rocketown. Within the counseling program, the social worker will be expected to organically create

and provide opportunities for youth to feel safe and ultimately comfortable to talk about their lives and any issues

that may impact their ability to succeed. It will then be up to the social worker to make referrals as needed to

individual counseling and or other programs or organizations that can support them.

Social Worker will make referrals
Social Worker will be responsible for following confidentiality requirements
Social Worker will work with the Program Manager to form a family engagement program
Social Worker will work to connect youth and families to area services as needed
Social Worker will assist in implementation of programs such as healthy meal plan and others.
Social Worker will be responsible for working with the Program Manager at Rocketown on grant reports
Social Worker will assist with small groups at Rocketown; working with Program and Outreach team to create
Additional Skills:
Problem-solving and management through stressful situations.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
Desired Abilities:
Be in full agreement with mission, vision, and core values of Rocketown.
Strong understanding of youth cuture.
Awarness and development of other agency to help teens in Metro Nashville.
Core Competencies
Outgoing personality, not afraid to go out of your social comfort zone
Willingness to be a leader and mentor
Enjoy working with and engaging youth
Commitment to being a team player
Commitment to serve with integrity and humility

Bachelor’s level or higher in counseling related field
Willingness to work in a team-based environment
Experience reflecting a strong ability to engage and relate to teenagers and young adults
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task

Additional Information

No benifits associated with this part-time position.

Send a cover letter and resume to Donny Klostermeier at: dklostermeier@rocketown.org