School Social Worker-Beginning on or about August 1, 2026

Mid-Island Y Jewish Community Center Inc

Syosset (NY)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 77,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee discount

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Mid-Island Y Jewish Community Center Inc in Syosset, NY, is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker starting on or about August 1, 2026. This role focuses on providing social-emotional support, conducting family meetings, and collaborating with educators to support preschool children with special needs.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's Degree in Social Work and possess relevant licensure. This full-time position offers a salary of $70,000 a year and includes essential benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with preschool aged children in a 4410 Special Education setting.
Strong understanding of IEP’s, Special Education Laws, and intervention strategies.

Responsibilities

Provide counseling and social-emotional support to preschool children.
Conduct family meetings to strengthen school-home partnerships.
Develop and implement IEP goals collaboratively with educators.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Behavior management

Family engagement

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

New York State LMSW or LCSW license

Job description

School Social Worker--Beginning on or about August 1, 2026

Mid-Island Y JCC, Syosset, NY 11791

Job Details

Pay: $70,000 a year

Job type: Full-time

Shift and schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:00-3:30 pm

Work setting: In-person

Benefits

Health insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Employee discount
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account

Full job description

About Us:

We are excited to announce the opening of a brand new, high-quality special needs preschool into the heart of the community. The mission of the Adler Special Children’s School is to create an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child receives individualized attention so they can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

What We Are Looking For:

A School Social Worker who is passionate about fostering children’s development and committed to contributing to the inaugural team of this new center-based program. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate, resourceful, and collaborative professional who has experience in supporting preschool children with special needs and their families. Strong knowledge and experience with behavior management techniques and strategies a must.

Responsibilities

Provide counseling and social-emotional support to preschool children with diverse needs to help them develop skills necessary for peer interactions.
Conduct family meetings to strengthen school‑home partnerships.
Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and administrators to develop and implement IEP goals.
Facilitate parent workshops and support groups.
Assist families in accessing community resources and services.
Provide crisis intervention and mental health support to foster resilience and coping skills.
Maintain accurate and confidential records documenting services provided, interventions, and outcomes that comply with NASW standards and state regulations.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to program planning.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
New York State LMSW or LCSW license.
A strong understanding of IEP’s, Special Education Laws, and intervention strategies.
Practices including counseling crisis intervention, family engagement, collaboration with teachers and interdisciplinary team.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with preschool aged children, specifically in a 4410 Special Education setting.

Benefits