Elementary School Social Worker

KIPP Foundation
Newark, NJ
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

As a School Social Worker, you will support special education and general education students to reach their fullest academic and social potential. You will serve as a case manager, communicate with parents and stakeholders, and provide counseling and crisis intervention.

What You Will Do

Serve as a case manager, communicate with parents and stakeholders, provide group and individual counseling, provide crisis counseling, deliver behavior management and de-escalation techniques, and implement behavior intervention plans.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will be a fit if you have strong organizational skills, are a communications ace, and are willing to do whatever it takes to help each student be successful.

Requirements

  • MSW or LCSW required
  • 1-2 years' experience in counseling and working with adolescents and families
  • Knowledge of community social service resources and how to access them
  • Understanding of current rules and regulations regarding child study teams, special education assessments and program requirements
  • Unwavering commitment to our students and their success
  • Ability to communicate clearly and to invest stakeholders in student goals
  • Ability to establish relationships with students and families at all costs
  • Solution orientation and ability to bring a new lens to challenging problems
  • A high level of organization skills and attention to detail

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Robust benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • Participation in the New Jersey Teachers Pension and Annuity Fund
  • Optional participation in the KIPP NJ 403b retirement plan
  • A school-issued laptop
  • Transportation benefits
  • Generous Time-Off
  • Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave
  • Employer paid life insurance
  • Extensive optional ancillary benefits
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