Elementary School Social Worker

Bronx Charter School for the Arts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public K-8 school in New York seeks an Elementary School Social Worker to enhance student well-being and academic success. This role involves providing counseling, collaborating with families, and supporting the school's mission to foster creativity and innovation in education. Candidates should possess an MSW and relevant certifications, along with a passion for arts education and inclusion.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Retirement Plans

Dental and Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience preferred.
• Experience working with students in under-resourced communities.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual and group counseling to students.
• Managing and documenting student interactions and counseling schedules.
• Building relationships with community organizations for student support.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Resourcefulness

Passion for Education

Education

MSW or Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work

LMSW, LCSW, or equivalent certification

NYS Certification in School Social Work

Job description

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Bronx Charter School for the Arts (Bronx Arts) is a public K-8 school founded on the principle that a rich and vibrant background in the arts is a key component of achieving academic excellence. We strive to serve as a model that encourages creativity and innovation in the classroom and inspires students to develop the intellectual and personal fortitude to realize their dreams.

Opportunity Summary

Bronx Arts Elementary School seeks a School Social Worker responsible for helping students achieve at high levels academically and socially by directly providing counseling services and connecting appropriate resources to faculty members, students, and students’ families; serving as a liaison to the staff and administration on matters relevant to the social, behavioral, and emotional health of students and the school.

Responsibilities include:

1. Providing individual and group counseling to students as required by students’ Individualized Education Plans, and as needed;
2. Managing, tracking, and documenting student interactions and counseling schedules;
3. Providing advice and support to teachers in creating curricula and providing instruction that supports the social and emotional health of the students and the school;
4. Evaluating and re-evaluating short-term behavioral and academic objectives on a regular basis throughout the school year for students with ongoing behavior plans;
5. Leading discussions among students on issues related to behavior, emotional health, and social skills;
6. Developing and maintaining consistent communication with families about strategies to support their child at home and school, and the resources available within the school and broader community;
7. Building relationships with community organizations and outside agencies to provide health, mental health, recreation, and social supports for families and making referrals as necessary;
8. Serving as a resource for families on issues in the home impacting student success;
9. Facilitating parent workshops focused on supporting families with mental health;
10. Maintaining files on students, including session content and progress;
11. Carrying out other duties as assigned.

School Culture

• Participating with the Director of School Culture and Counselor in establishing a school culture that reinforces the school’s mission, goals, and principles throughout the Bronx Arts community.

Human Resources and Development

• Actively seeking to improve personal practice to enhance skills and effectiveness;
• Operating according to the professional standards outlined in the school’s staff policies and procedures handbook.

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal skills to foster a collegial work environment;
• Flexible, resourceful, energetic, passionate, and committed to an exceptional school environment;
• Belief in arts education, rigorous academics, and inclusion;
• Ability to set and achieve high goals for student achievement;
• Ability to involve families as partners;
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• MSW or Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work, School Psychology, or related counseling discipline;
• LMSW, LCSW, or equivalent certification;
• NYS Certification in School Social Work or School Psychology;
• Minimum of three years of experience preferred;
• Experience working with students in under-resourced communities;
• Bilingual skills preferred;
• Knowledge of SESIS platform is a plus.

Compensation is competitive and based on experience, including benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, disability, life insurance, and commuter benefits. Optional benefits include retirement plans, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts.

Bronx Arts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or ethnicity.