ETS, Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor, CRLS

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Cambridge Public Schools, Office of Student Services, seeks an Extended Term Substitute Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor at CRLS (Cambridge Rindge & Latin School). The role supports students’ emotional and academic growth in a high school setting.

Responsibilities include evaluating behavior, planning treatment, developing IEPs, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide mental health services. Prior school experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college/university.
• Preferred MA License (DESE School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor and LCSW/LICSW or LMHC).
• Knowledge of and experience with students with social, language, and behavioral deficits.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of psychopathology and family dynamics.
• Assess behavior and interpretation of testing; plan treatment.
• Provide preventive interventions for emotional issues affecting academics.
• Develop IEPs and SMART goals for mental health needs.
• Progress monitor IEP goals using data collection tools.
• Engage in professional development and adhere to ethical standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and crisis intervention as needed.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Public school experience

Strong behavioral knowledge

Education

BA/BS or higher in a related field

DESE School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor licensure

LCSW/LICSW or LMHC (preferred)

Job description

ETS, Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor, CRLS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5932047

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 15, 2026

Job Description

Position : Extended Term Substitute, Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor

Available November 2026 through February 2027

Office of Student Services/Cambridge Rindge & Latin School

Cambridge Rindge & Latin School Community: Cambridge Rindge & Latin School (CRLS) is a comprehensive high school divided into four Learning Communities designed to promote high levels of learning and achievement for all students. Honors courses are offered in all core classes (English, History, Mathematics, and Science); Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available to qualified students in grades 11 and 12.

The mission of the Cambridge Rindge and Latin School is to provide a quality education to every student through rigorous, comprehensive, and personalized teaching and learning. Working in partnership with families and the wider community, we maintain a nurturing, respectful, and safe environment where educators and students hold themselves to high standards. We value academic excellence, creativity, diversity, perseverance, collaboration, and responsible decision‑making. Within and across our learning communities, we prepare lifelong learners who participate thoughtfully, responsibly, and productively in a global, democratic society.

The Office of Student Services:

The Office of Student Services (OSS) is responsible for providing a variety of supports and services to students in Cambridge Public Schools (CPS). Our programs are dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students with disabilities and students who have advanced learning needs.

The Role:

• Demonstrate knowledge of theories of psychopathology and of individual, group, family dynamics and interventions
• Demonstrate competences in understanding of psychology of learning, learning disorders and the effects of disabilities on learning
• Assess behavior, including interpretation of testing, knowledge of diagnosis and treatment planning
• Demonstrate skills and techniques of consultation, referral, collaboration, crisis intervention and working with interdisciplinary teams
• Provide preventive interventions to deal with emotional issues impacting on student’s academic achievement, e.g. sexuality, drug and alcohol use, violence, physical abuse
• Demonstrate knowledge of federal and state laws related to schools, services to students, child abuse, and custody. Understand the implications of liability and requirements of due process
• Communicate in a clear direct and responsive manner to the needs of students and families within the school community
• Provide clinical services, that enable students and families to identify and change behaviors that interfere with students academic, emotional and social performance
• Ensure equity for all students and families and value diversity of school environment and community
• Develop Individualized Education Programs and SMART goals related to mental health needs for students based on various types of data specific to the student's present levels of functioning
• Progress monitor student mastery of IEP goals and objectives using various assessments and data collection tools
• Engage in professional development activities and remain current on research
• Adhere to professional and ethical standards of professional behavior that contribute to addressing the needs of students and families
• Other duties as assigned

Your Skill Set:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college/university.
• Preferred MA License (certification): DESE School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor and LCSW, LICSW or LMHC
• Knowledge of and experience working with students with social, language, and behavioral deficits.
• Strong working knowledge of behavioral principals.
• Experience working in a public school setting is preferred.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.

Position Type: Substitute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cambridge Public Schools
• 135 Berkshire Street
• Cambridge, Massachusetts 02141
• Email: [e-mail]