School Social Worker, HCZ Promise Academy

Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy Charter Schools Social Work Team is comprised of 8 Social Workers, each assigned to one of the Promise Academy Schools. The team works closely with the Principals, Administration and other Harlem Children's Zone entities to assure optimal student success. The Social Work team members work to provide support and aim to help preserve families though strength-based approaches. The extent of involvement by a social worker varies and is based on many factors, including, but not limited to the needs of the child and/or family. Team members provide school-based counseling services, assessments, crisis intervention, case management, advocacy and referral services. The team is supervised by the Director of Social Services and is under the HCZ Social and Preventive Services umbrella

We are currently seeking a Certified Licensed Clinical School Social Worker (LCSW) and/or Certified Licensed School Social Worker (LMSW) for our students. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for the mission of Promise Academy and HCZ, an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents of Harlem, and experience working in a school setting with a love for children.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the school's efforts in ensuring that students are emotionally supported through strength based, solution focused modalities
• Provide individual and group counseling to address academic, personal, and/or interpersonal challenges, as per Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and/or as needed
• Work collaboratively with Principals, Administration, Special Education Team, Teachers, Staff and HCZ entities to help develop solutions to student, group, and school-wide issues
• Coordinate services with external providers and link families to appropriate community resources as needed
• Crisis intervention, referrals and case management services to student and families
• Conduct home and community visits as needed to assess student and family needs
• Complete documentation, progress notes and reports as required by state, local and federal mandates and ethical responsibilities
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement meetings/workshops involving a variety of topics and personnel
• Serve as liaison on child welfare issues and share expertise with school team
• Attend regular staff meetings and professional development workshops
• Provide workshops to school staff and parents on variety of areas relating to child social/emotional development
• Participates in grade level, school-wide and agency events
• Is highly visible and present during school/after-school hours
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification, Skill and Knowledge Requirements

• MSW degree. LMSW or LCSW licensing with a minimum of one year of relevant experience required and NYS School Social Work Certificate required
• Passionate and mission driven. Having a "Whatever It Takes" attitude is a must
• Documented track record of personal and professional success
• Extensive knowledge of child development and interventions
• Experience in therapeutic modalities related to children and families in traditionally underserved communities, including assessment and treatment of trauma
• Experience working within a school environment or extensive work experience with young children in Lower Elementary age group
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to work with parents, students, faculty, support staff, external government representatives, as well as school community groups
• Patience, social intelligence, love of learning, self-control, love, gratitude, and a sense of humor

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. To be considered, interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resumeReplies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.