School Social Worker & Counselor (LCSW/LPC) — Impact & Support

Kipp Inc; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Health and wellbeing benefits

Paid holidays & PTO

Professional development

Job summary

KIPP New Orleans Schools (KNOS) seeks a Licensed School Social Worker/Counselor (LCSW or LPC) for a 100% on-site, full-time role in New Orleans. The Social Worker will blend direct clinical support with case management to address attendance, behavior, mental health, and basic needs across tiers.

Responsibilities include crisis response, IEP/504 collaboration, data tracking, and multi-agency coordination with families and community providers. Commitment to KNOS mission is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• State licensure (LCSW/LPC) or eligible.
• School-based or youth mental health experience delivering Tier 2/3 interventions, crisis response, and case management.
• Familiarity with MTSS, trauma-informed practices, restorative approaches, and mandated reporting.
• Knowledge of 504/IEP processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver social–emotional and mental health supports across Tiers 1–3 (classroom lessons, groups, short-term counseling).
• Maintain accurate records aligned to FERPA/HIPAA and district/state rules.
• Participate in IEP/504 processes and coordinate outside evaluations/services as needed.
• Serve as McKinney-Vento and/or Foster Care point; verify eligibility and coordinate supports.
• Lead crisis prevention and response and train staff on referral and reporting protocols.
• Collaborate with school nurses, administrators, and community partners.
• Build resource networks and track outcomes.

Education

MSW degree

Tools

SIS/SEIS platforms

Progress monitoring tools

Job description

KIPP New Orleans Schools (KNOS) seeks a Licensed School Social Worker/Counselor (LCSW or LPC) for a 100% on-site, full-time role in New Orleans. The Social Worker will blend direct clinical support with case management to address attendance, behavior, mental health, and basic needs across tiers.

Responsibilities include crisis response, IEP/504 collaboration, data tracking, and multi-agency coordination with families and community providers. Commitment to KNOS mission is essential.