Bronx School Social Worker: IEP Counseling & Support

Brilla Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Community & Culture

Health Coverage

Competitive Salary

Retirement Plans

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Brilla Schools in the Bronx seeks a licensed social worker to provide direct counseling under IEP mandates, collaborating with teachers and families to support student achievement, health, and well-being.

You will work with MTSS, implement Tier II/III counseling, coordinate referrals, document interactions, and participate in crisis response, home visits, and IEP development to advocate for students.

Qualifications

• LCSW or LMSW required (Supervision provided as needed).
• Minimum of two years of counseling experience, preferably in an urban elementary or middle school setting.
• Unwavering commitment to the educational mission of the Brilla Schools Network.
• Strong competence in behavior management, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills, and interpersonal relations.
• Dedication to providing all students with an academically robust, inspiring, and joyful learning experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide mandated and at-risk individual and group counseling for academic, personal, and interpersonal challenges.
• Demonstrate knowledge or the ability to make referrals for students in need of additional services or alternative placements.
• Create a proactive counseling program to prevent crises and support an academically rich environment.
• Collaborate with the MTSS team to determine and create tiered intervention plans for scholars.
• Implement successful counseling strategies for discipline, social and emotional development, and conflict mediation.
• Form successful partnerships with community-based organizations and other entities providing social and emotional support to students.
• Manage, track, and document student interactions and counseling schedules.
• Lead efforts to ensure students have the emotional support necessary for academic, social, and emotional success.
• Partner with students, families, teachers, and staff to overcome barriers impacting academic, social, and emotional success.
• Guide teachers and staff in addressing student issues effectively.
• Supervise school social work intern(s), providing guidance and support.
• Execute necessary paperwork promptly.
• Evaluate and re-evaluate short-term behavioral and academic objectives for students with ongoing behavior plans.
• Lead discussions among students on behavior, emotional health, and social skills.
• Develop and maintain consistent communication with families about strategies to support their child.
• Maintain regular communications with parents and guardians and serve as a resource on home issues impacting student success.
• Manage crisis situations and be on call as needed.
• Provide support and modeling to staff in behavior intervention strategies.
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with diverse backgrounds.
• Provide support with the creation, completion, and implementation of FBAs and BIPs.
• Contribute to school culture through consistent attendance at school and Brilla-sponsored activities.
• Organize and manage time efficiently.
• Serve as a professional resource for school staff in crisis support.
• Make home visits and work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Participate in the creation of IEPs, serving as an advocate for students.
• Maintain clinical records on case-management services.
• Facilitate topic-specific groups, workshops, and drop-in discussions focused on supporting with mental health.
• Serve as a liaison and advocate among student, home, school, and community resources.
• Commit to being available by phone after school hours until 7:00 p.m. as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Counseling

Behavior management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

LCSW or LMSW

Job description

Brilla Schools in the Bronx seeks a licensed social worker to provide direct counseling under IEP mandates, collaborating with teachers and families to support student achievement, health, and well-being.

You will work with MTSS, implement Tier II/III counseling, coordinate referrals, document interactions, and participate in crisis response, home visits, and IEP development to advocate for students.