High School Social Worker

Uncommon Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Training and development

Health/dental/vision insurance

403(b) retirement with employer match

Paid leave options

Mental health support

Job summary

Uncommon Schools seeks a School Social Worker to provide direct services for the high school community, including crisis intervention, counseling (individual and group), and family engagement. You will identify students needing support and coordinate with external resources while maintaining compliant records.

As a Case Manager and member of the Child Study Team, you will collaborate with educators, plan school-based interventions, and strengthen home-school-community partnerships to support

Qualifications

• MSW degree with LMSW or LCSW licensure required.
• Valid NYDOE School Social Worker Certification required.
• Experience in urban schools preferred.
• Belief in Uncommon's educational philosophy and core beliefs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services including crisis intervention and counseling.
• Serve as a Case Manager and member of the Child Study Team.
• Plan and develop school-based interventions with educators.
• Engage with community agencies and resources.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Attend events outside normal school hours and participate in staff orientation.

Skills

LMSW/LCSW licensure

Education

Master's in Social Work

LMSW or LCSW licensure

Job description

Job Description

• Provide direct services to the high school community including:
  • Crisis intervention and behavior management to expedite students' return to classrooms for learning and to build students' ability to meet the school's high expectations
  • Individual and group counseling (school-based and mandated)
  • Identify and train others to identify students and family members who may benefit from regular one-on-one counseling or group counseling
  • Develop and implement curriculum for social and emotional development/intervention with students.
  • Refer, monitor, and evaluate individuals and families to external resources and services
  • Administer records, documentation, and other compliance activities.
• Serve as a Case Manager and member of Child Study Team
• Strengthen and support parent and family involvement
• Plan and develop school-based interventions with educators
• Engage and partner with community agencies and resources
• Help students and their families with learning, behavior, and/or attendance concerns while strengthening home, school, and community partnerships.
• Evaluate students in terms of personal and family history, socio-economic and cultural differences
• Evaluate the configuration of factors within the home, community, and school as related to a student's current social and academic adjustment
• Implement and enhance the school's systems and culture
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively
• Commit to professional growth
• Participate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training
• Share responsibility for grade-level and school-wide activities
• • Help complete necessary school wide duties for the successful and orderly functioning of the school (e.g., hallway supervision, arrival/departure transitions, field trips, etc.) and other such duties as the Principal may request from time to time.
  • Attend and participate in events outside of normal school hours (e.g., family nights, student performances, field trips, report card nights, Teacher - Parent Conferences, June and August Family Saturday Orientations, etc.)
  • Collaborate with teachers in planning grade level meetings, department meetings, staff meetings, and other professional development activities
  • Adhere to the policies, standards, and school-wide responsibilities described in the School's Faculty & Staff Handbook or as may be instituted or in effect from time to time
  • Consistently demonstrate belief in and alignment with Uncommon's core values and educational philosophy
  • Demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of their students in and out of school

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work + Licensure-LMSW (Required) OR Licensure-LCSW (Required)
• Valid School Social Worker Certification from NYDOE (Required)
• Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom
• Proven track‑record of high achievement
• Evidence of self‑motivation and willingness to be a team player
• Experience working with and in urban schools is highly preferred.
• Belief in and alignment with Uncommon's core beliefs and educational philosophy is non‑negotiable.

Additional Information

Our people are what make us Uncommon.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $78,000 and $115,000. Most candidates who meet job description requirements will receive an offer of $78,000 and $84,700.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre‑tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
  • 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE .

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve—with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].