School Social Worker

Bridge Preparatory Charter School•New York, NY

19h•$72,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Bridge Prep is seeking a talented and open-minded School Social Worker to join their current Student Support Team. This role is critical to achieving a culture of achievement and success for students by focusing on social emotional learning and regulation, in addition to student self-advocacy. The ideal candidate will bring their skills, experience, and energy to a collaborative, student-centered learning environment.

Requirements

School Social Work Certification required
Extensive knowledge of child development and interventions
Experience in therapeutic modalities related to children and families in traditionally underserved communities and students with disabilities, including assessment and treatment of trauma
Experience working within an elementary school environment or with elementary-aged children
Experience working with students at various academic ability levels
Documented track record of personal and professional success
Demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to work with parents, students, staff, external stakeholders, and community groups

Nice To Haves

LMSW or LCSW license preferred

Responsibilities

Provide effective and proactive individual and group interventions and IEP mandated counseling services to support students’ academic, personal, and interpersonal challenges.
Work collaboratively with the Assistant Principal of Student Support and the Principal to help develop solutions to student, group, and school-wide issues and trends.
Coordinate with Family Coordinator to link families to community resources as needed.
Provide crisis intervention, referrals, and case management services to students and families.
Assist Dean of Culture in conducting home and community visits to assess student and family needs.
Complete documentation, progress notes, and reports as required by state, local and federal mandates.
Serve as liaison on child welfare issues and share expertise with the greater school team.
Attend regular staff meetings and professional development workshops.
Provide workshops to staff and families on topics relating to child social emotional development.
Perform other duties as assigned.