Elementary School Social Worker: Student Support & Counseling

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension plan

403b retirement plan

Laptop provided

Transportation benefits

Generous time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

KIPP New Jersey in Newark is seeking a School Social Worker to support students in special and general education, helping them reach their academic and social potential.

You will serve as a case manager, communicate with parents and stakeholders in the IEP process, provide group and individual counseling, and deliver crisis support.

Qualifications include MSW or LCSW, 1–2 years of counseling experience with adolescents and families, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and communications ace.
• Clear communication with parents and stakeholders in IEP.
• Ability to engage and invest stakeholders in student goals.
• Ability to establish relationships with students and families.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a case manager for students with identified needs.
• Communicate effectively with parents and all IEP stakeholders.
• Provide group and individual counseling using clinical skills.
• Deliver crisis counseling to students and families in need.
• Implement behavior intervention plans and monitor progress with the school team.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship building

Solution orientation

Education

MSW or LCSW

Job description

KIPP New Jersey in Newark is seeking a School Social Worker to support students in special and general education, helping them reach their academic and social potential.

You will serve as a case manager, communicate with parents and stakeholders in the IEP process, provide group and individual counseling, and deliver crisis support.

Qualifications include MSW or LCSW, 1–2 years of counseling experience with adolescents and families, and strong organizational and communication skills.