School-Based Social Workers

Dreams 2 Reality Recruitment; New York (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Choice of NYC boroughs

Competitive 1099/W2 pay

Impactful work

Student well-being focus

Job summary

Dreams 2 Reality Recruitment is seeking School-Based Social Workers to provide counseling, intervention, and support services that help NYC students thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. You will conduct individual and group counseling, assess needs, develop intervention plans, and work with teachers, families, and agency teams to support students' well-being.

MSW and NY LCSW license are required; strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Active New York State LCSW license required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience with children or adolescents in school or clinical settings preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with school and agency teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students.
• Conduct assessments and develop individualized intervention plans.
• Support students with social-emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, families, and agency teams.
• Maintain accurate case notes and clinical documentation.
• Prepare annual IEP reports and session documentation.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with students and school communities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

MSW (Master's in Social Work)

NY LCSW license

Job description

Location: Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn & Queens, NYC
Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time | W2/1099 Contractor
Compensation: $55–$60/hour

Make a Difference in NYC Schools

Are you a passionate Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives? Our client is seeking dedicated School-Based Social Workers to provide counseling, intervention, and support services that help students thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

What You’ll Do

• Provide individual and group counseling to students


• Conduct assessments and develop individualized intervention plans


• Support students with social-emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges


• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, families, and agency teams


• Maintain accurate case notes and clinical documentation


• Prepare annual IEP reports and session documentation


• Build positive, supportive relationships with students and school communities

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required


• Active New York State LCSW license required


• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills


• Experience working with children or adolescents in school or clinical settings preferred


• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with school and agency teams

Why This Opportunity?

• Flexible scheduling with full-time and part-time options


• Choice of NYC boroughs based on your preferences


• Competitive 1099 compensation of $55–$60/hour


• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students and families


• Work that directly supports the social-emotional well-being and success of NYC students