Youth Prevention Social Worker

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S06118P

Position Title

Department

Department Social Work

Location

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

• Most of work is completed at community sites.
• Worker must provide own transportation to community sites.
• Majority of work is in schools and community centers with children and youth.
• There are some outdoor fairs and events that include youth and adults.

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $49,600.

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Job Summary

The Social Worker I position works in the Youth Prevention (YP) program at the
Center for Addiction and Recovery Studies ( CARS ) as a Prevention Specialist. This
position works with at-risk youth from grades 1-12 in local schools and other
community sites. The Prevention Specialist facilitates groups with students,
hosts interactive educational activities about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs
( ATOD ), and conducts outreach events. There is also education for adults and
managing tables at fairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Delivers assigned prevention / intervention programs with quality and fidelity.
• Develops replicable models for non-curriculum-based activities, such as alternative activities or ATOD education.
• Supervises assigned interns as Field Supervisor or Task Manager to ensure compliance with YP program and School of Social Work Field Office requirements.
• Gathers accurate information and submits programmatic reports within required time frames.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the YP programs, CARS operations and School of Social Work.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work.
• Licensed Masters Social Worker.
• Two (2) years of post- BSW or MSW experience.

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CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

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Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Minimum Number of References Required

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Maximum Number of References Accepted 3

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • PhD or equivalent
• * Are you licensed as a social worker in the state of Texas?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How many years of experience do you have working in Social Work?
  • 0-1
  • 1-2
  • 2-3
  • 4-5
  • 5+
• * Are you fluently bilingual in Spanish and English?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents

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