School Social Worker — Trauma Counselor + $3K Bonus

Mastery Systems, LLC.; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 60,900 - 102,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus $3,000

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Mastery Schools in New Jersey is seeking a Social Worker to support students facing behavioral, emotional, and social barriers to learning. You will provide counseling, crisis intervention, and connect families with community resources while collaborating with school staff to promote student success.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Social Work, valid LSW/LCSW licensure in PA or NJ, and at least two years of school‑based experience. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred for NJ locations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related clinical field is required.
• Licensure in PA (LSW/LCSW/LPC) and NJ (LSW/LCSW) strongly preferred for school settings.
• Experience in counseling, crisis intervention, and working with at‑risk youth.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students with social/emotional needs.
• Coordinate with school and external service providers for student/family support.
• Manage crisis intervention and behavioral health emergencies.
• Lead mandated child abuse reporting and communication with DHS.
• Conduct home visits to assess family needs and provide resources.
• Support students facing grief, trauma, homelessness, or parenting challenges.
• Oversee school‑wide intervention programs and data tracking.
• Develop staff training on mental health and trauma‑informed practices.

Skills

Child & adolescent mental health

Trauma‑informed care

Behavioral interventions

Crisis management

Crisis intervention

Data tracking/analysis

Bilingual EN/ES (preferred)

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

PA LSW/LPC/LCSW licensure

NJ LSW/LCSW or School Social Work Certificate

Job description

Mastery Schools in New Jersey is seeking a Social Worker to support students facing behavioral, emotional, and social barriers to learning. You will provide counseling, crisis intervention, and connect families with community resources while collaborating with school staff to promote student success.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Social Work, valid LSW/LCSW licensure in PA or NJ, and at least two years of school‑based experience. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred for NJ locations.