School Social Worker: Impactful Support & Growth

New Haven Public Schools; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 53,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

New Haven Public Schools seeks a School Social Worker to support the psychological and social well‑being of students from elementary through high school. You will provide information, counseling and support to students, parents and school staff by working collaboratively to problem solve.

Responsibilities include prevention efforts, early screening, crisis intervention, IEP development, PPT collaboration, and data‑driven planning to improve academic success.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work and CT Certification required.
• Experience providing counseling and support in school settings preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with parents, staff, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Integrated intervention efforts emphasizing primary prevention.
• Early screening and intervention with collaboration from school staff.
• Crisis intervention and development of IEP goals and present levels.
• Participation in PPT meetings and collaboration with community agencies.
• Data-informed decision making and improvement of school factors.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Education

Masters Degree in Social Work

Connecticut Certification in Social Work (071)

Job description

New Haven Public Schools seeks a School Social Worker to support the psychological and social well‑being of students from elementary through high school. You will provide information, counseling and support to students, parents and school staff by working collaboratively to problem solve.

Responsibilities include prevention efforts, early screening, crisis intervention, IEP development, PPT collaboration, and data‑driven planning to improve academic success.