Impactful School Social Worker - Long-Term Substitute (.4)

Rondout; Accord (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Rondout Valley Central School District in New York is seeking a dedicated .4 FTE School Social Worker Long-Term Substitute to support students, families, and school communities across the District through November 2026.

The successful candidate will provide counseling, act as homeless liaison, connect families with community resources, and collaborate with school teams to address attendance and behavioral concerns.

Qualifications

• Provide individual and/or group counseling services to students (IEPs included).
• Serve as homeless liaison and connect families with community resources.
• Collaborate with school teams and external providers to address student needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and/or group counseling services to students, including counseling and related services identified in students' IEPs.
• Serve as the District’s homeless liaison, including supporting students and families under McKinney-Vento and maintaining ongoing communication with community agencies and other resources.
• Refer students and families to appropriate agencies and community-based supports when needed.
• Serve as a member of student support teams and special education committees.
• Support interventions designed to improve attendance for students who are at risk of chronic absenteeism.
• Provide resource appointments and support for at-risk families.
• Work collaboratively with students, families, staff, administrators, and outside providers to address student needs.
• Support students and families experiencing a wide range of social, emotional, behavioral, mental health, family, environmental, attendance, and community-related concerns.
• Assist with issues related to adjustment, family difficulties, behavioral and learning needs, substance abuse concerns, emotional disturbances, community challenges, and other barriers that may impact student success.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the direct supervisor and/or Superintendent.

Education

LCSW or LMSW (NY license)

NYSED School Social Worker Certification

SED Fingerprint Clearance

Job description

Rondout Valley Central School District in New York is seeking a dedicated .4 FTE School Social Worker Long-Term Substitute to support students, families, and school communities across the District through November 2026.

The successful candidate will provide counseling, act as homeless liaison, connect families with community resources, and collaborate with school teams to address attendance and behavioral concerns.