SY 25-26 Bilingual High School Social Worker/Counselor 12 Sherman Ave, New York, New York, Unit[...]

Schoolinthesquare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Bilingual High School Social Worker/Counselor to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on providing holistic interventions to high school students, fostering their social-emotional growth, and supporting their academic success. The ideal candidate will collaborate with classroom teachers and families to implement quality intervention programs tailored to student needs. This organization values relationships and offers a supportive environment where staff can thrive. If you're committed to making a meaningful impact in education and community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K program with 6% match

93% healthcare coverage

Longevity bonus

Generous paid time off

Federal student loan debt reduction program

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Expertise in current research and trends in school counseling.
• Strong relationship builder with a focus on student support.
• Experience as a full-time social worker with high school students.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and document notes in the Student Information System.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external agencies.
• Lead professional development for educators and support student transitions.

Skills

Therapeutic Skills

School Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Restorative Practices

Communication Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Master’s Degree in School Counseling

School Counselor/Guidance Counselor Certification

Tools

Student Information System

Job description

SY 25-26 Bilingual High School Social Worker/Counselor

12 Sherman Ave, New York, New York, United States

Bilingual High School Social Worker/Counselor

Join Our “Relationships-First” Team:

Join School in the Square in reimagining PreK-12th grade education in Washington Heights and Inwood. A tuition-free public charter school, we were founded in 2016 on our "relationships first" philosophy: making sure that we engage, educate, and empower our students, families, and professional team members. We invite you to be a part of a 175+ team whose mission-aligned culture offers sustainable, rewarding career paths in teaching, operations, and leadership, built on relationships-first collaboration and mutual support.

Our Bilingual High School Social Worker/Counselor:

Our High School at School in the Square opened its doors in Fall 2024 where we began creating opportunities and access for our students that go beyond the core content areas. We are looking for a dedicated, mission-aligned Bilingual School Counselor who both loves and respects our children. Reporting to our Principal and in collaboration with a diverse and committed School Leadership Team (SLT), you will work collaboratively with classroom teachers, parents and other stakeholders to implement a quality intervention program that is research-based and differentiated for student needs while also focusing on the social-emotional needs of all students.

Bilingual High School Social Worker/Counselor Responsibilities:

• Participates in Child Study Meetings and in Special Education Assessment Meetings as well as Individual Educational Planning Meetings
• Provides mandated and voluntary counseling (group, individual and/or family) and document notes in our Student Information System
• Mobilizes families, school, and community resources to enable the child to learn as effectively as possible in his or her educational program
• Develops and maintains relationships with external agencies
• Conducts needs assessments
• Provides crisis intervention
• Uses Restorative Practices to support students developing SEL skills and navigating conflict
• Develops intervention strategies to increase academic success
• Works with parents to facilitate to support student transitions
• Assists parents in accessing and utilizing school and community resources
• Point person for referrals to the Central State Registry (ACS)
• Advocates for new and improved service to meet the needs of students and families
• Lead professional development for educators (cultural, societal, economic, familial, health, etc.) affecting a student’s performance and behavior
• Provides workshops, classes, and activities for parents as needed
• Works directly with the S2 leadership team and attends staff meetings to develop effective strategies that support a positive school culture
• Develop curriculum and teach “Advisory” course for grade-level cohort
• Supports school-wide programs such as student-led conferences, and other community-building activities
• Supports our school community with other duties upon request.

Who You Are:

• A strong therapeutic skillset to provide holistic interventions to high school students in an individual, group, and class modality
• An expert in current research and trends in school counseling and guidance, and college and career readiness
• Familiar with restorative practices, a strong believer in anti-racism education, culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy, trauma-informed practices
• Skilled in leading workshops, classes, and activities for parents on a monthly basis
• A strategic, solutions-focused thinker with strong communication, recording and planning skills
• A strong relationship builder, you get personal fulfillment by supporting children in both academic and non-instructional situations
• A graduate of a Master’s Degree in School Counseling program, possesses a valid School Counselor/Guidance Counselor certification by the State of New York
• Experienced as a full-time social worker with a minimum of two years with high school aged students.
• Able to communicate fluently in English and Spanish

What Can You Expect From Us

At S2, we take as much care of our staff as we do of our students. S2 is committed to supporting our staff by helping them build sustainable, rewarding careers that center on each individual’s passions and multi-disciplinary interests. All of our faculty and staff are valued professionals and we are proud to provide team-building and collaboration, comfortable and friendly working conditions and more, to ensure our team members have the tools they need to succeed.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, School in the Square provides ultra competitive salaries. Expected salary range for this role is $63,000 - $122,764, depending on experience, level of education, required certifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.

Additionally, we provide opportunities for supplemental compensation, an excellent benefits package with:

• a 401K program with a 6% organizational match
• 93% coverage of healthcare coverage
• longevity bonus
• generous paid time off
• access to a federal student loan debt reduction program and a supportive work environment.

School in the Square understands specific groups are subject to marginalization. We believe these powerful groups should be centered in our community and are highly encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.