School Social Worker-Multiple Locations

Capital Region BOCES; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to provide counseling services to students with disabilities. This role involves working in diverse settings, offering assessment and case management, and collaborating with educators to support student needs. Ideal candidates will possess a valid NYS School Social Worker certificate and have strong clinical experience. While American Sign Language skills are preferred, training is available for qualified applicants. Join a team committed to making a positive impact on the lives of students and their families.

Qualifications

• Valid NYS School Social Worker certificate required.
• LCSW preferred with strong clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, case management, and counseling for youth.
• Consult and collaborate with teachers and administrators.

Skills

Social Work Counseling

Case Management

Counseling

Collaboration

American Sign Language

Education

NYS School Social Worker Certificate

LCSW

Job description

LOCATION: Special Education – Multiple Locations

BASIC FUNCTION:

Provide social work counseling services in individual, group, and consultant settings, as directed by student Individual Education Programs. The student populations served include elementary, middle, and high school students identified with deafness, hard of hearing, or multiple disabilities. There is also potential to serve students with other disabilities. Sign language skills are preferred; however, training will be provided to strong candidates if necessary.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assessment, case management, counseling, and referral for youth and families.
2. Consultation and collaboration with teachers and administrators.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid NYS School Social Worker certificate.
2. LCSW preferred.
3. Strong clinical experience with youth and families.
4. American Sign Language skills are a plus.

The selected applicant will be subject to a fingerprint-supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE Legislation effective July 1, 2001.