Elementary School Social Worker: Crisis & Student Support

Camden's Charter School Network; Camden; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Camden's Charter School Network seeks a School Social Worker to enhance the academic performance and behavioral functioning of at-risk students through counseling, home visits, direct intervention and teacher consultation.

The role involves crisis intervention, liaison with external agencies, and coordination of student support services, reporting to the Assistant Principal of Specialized Services.

Qualifications

• MSW in Social Work is required.
• Hold NJ LSW or LCSW licensure and School Social Work Certification.
• Experience in multidisciplinary school settings is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work with students and families to support behavioral and academic success; set ambitious goals and apply interventions.
• Handle behavioral health crises that occur at school.
• Coordinate child abuse reporting and communicate with DHS as needed.
• Serve as liaison with outside agencies and providers.
• Support students who are grieving or who are homeless.
• Conduct home visits to support families and parents.
• Oversee student assistance program and school-wide supports.
• Track data on supports and crisis situations.
• Provide individual and group counseling addressing emotional, social, and behavioral needs to improve classroom outcomes.
• Maintain professional documentation of services and referrals.

Skills

Team collaboration

Leadership

Problem solving

Resilience

Education

MSW in Social Work

NJ Licensure as a LSW or LCSW

New Jersey School Social Work Certification

Job description

Camden's Charter School Network seeks a School Social Worker to enhance the academic performance and behavioral functioning of at-risk students through counseling, home visits, direct intervention and teacher consultation.

The role involves crisis intervention, liaison with external agencies, and coordination of student support services, reporting to the Assistant Principal of Specialized Services.