School Social Worker, elementary

Prizmah•Brookline, MA

27d•$70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

We want you to be a part of our team! Maimonides School, a Preschool – Grade 12 coeducational Modern Orthodox Jewish day school in Brookline, MA, is hiring a Social Worker to work with our elementary students (grades K-6). There is an option to begin immediately, including part time for the rest of this school year, as you transition to full time work starting in August, 2026. You will help students function effectively in an elementary school environment. Through interaction and assessment, you will provide parents, faculty, and administrators with insight into areas that might need counseling. You will also provide support, and referrals as needed, with issues that affect individual students, groups and/or the entire community.

Requirements

Master’s degree in School Counseling, Social Work or a related field
2-4 years of relevant experience, preferably in an elementary school setting
Experience in developing, coordinating and executing mental health assessments, interventions, and behavioral plans for students

Responsibilities

Address concerns and provide counseling related to the psychological, emotional, and the social well-being of students
Provide direct therapeutic services such as individual, family or group therapy for specific issues
Work with students to develop social skills, coping strategies and positive solutions
Maintain case files and reports that track student problems and progress, including recognized behavior patterns
Participate in assessment meetings to determine whether a student has a learning disability or requires placement in special education classes
Provide education to students and faculty on a variety of psychological and social topics including bullying, self-esteem, depression, anxiety and stress management
Advocate for student services that support the student’s best interests