School Social Worker/School Counselor

Gateway-Longview, Inc. • Buffalo, NY

5d • $45,000 - $50,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide counseling, case management, and support services to students and families as part of an interdisciplinary team. Ensure services align with IEPs to promote social-emotional well-being, behavioral growth, and academic engagement. This full-time, 10-month position includes a 6-week summer program and requires flexibility for meetings, family communication, and professional development. Gateway Longview’s Education programs support K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with diverse audiences
• Ability to build rapport and maintain therapeutic relationships with students and families
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and restorative practices
• Skill in completing psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and clinical documentation
• Ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary educational teams
• Capacity to manage multiple responsibilities and respond to crises calmly and appropriately
• Ability to utilize physical restraints in accordance with safety protocols youth after successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training
• Master’s degree in Social Work (LMSW or LCSW) with NYS School Social Worker certification, or Master’s degree in School Counseling with NYS School Counselor certification
• Valid New York State driver’s license and adequate auto insurance required

Nice To Haves

• We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the clinical components of students’ IEPs in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, incorporating input from related service providers.
• Ensure active supervision of assigned student(s) to promote safety, engagement, and compliance with behavior and education plans.
• Provide individual and group counseling, family engagement, and case management services tailored to students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Communicate effectively with school staff, caregivers, outside providers, and Committees on Special Education to ensure cohesive, wraparound support.
• Support student intake, admissions, and transitions between programs or placements.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation—including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries—in compliance with agency, state, and professional standards.
• Maintain confidential student records in accordance with FERPA, HIPAA, and agency policies, including updating FERPA disclosure logs.
• Lead discharge and aftercare planning in partnership with families, school districts, and the Transitional Services Specialist.
• Represent the program in agency and community meetings and contribute to outreach and advocacy efforts.
• Participate in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) procedures to support student safety.
• Engage in professional development to maintain licensure and stay current with best practices in school-based mental health.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision plan insurance effective the first of the month following hire date
• flexible spending accounts
• wellness program
• employee assistance program
• a 403B retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level