School Counselor/Social Worker

Position: SCHOOL COUNSELOR/SOCIAL WORKER

Department: PBIS

Supervisor(s): PBIS Supervisor

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Type: Full Time, 10-Month, Benefits Eligible

POSITION SUMMARY:

The School Counselor/Social Worker will provide supportive counseling, consultation, and services to the linguistically, racially, and ethnically diverse Lexington students, their families, and the community at large.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Provide individual counseling as mandated on the IEP for students ages 3-21 years old.
• Provide counseling and support on an as needed basis
• Keep up to date charts for assigned caseload
• Provide family counseling on an as needed basis
• Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups
• Consult with educational staff
• Write Mental Health Evaluations and Social Histories for referrals
• Evaluate psychiatric emergencies (suicide evaluations)
• Participate in team meetings and in-service trainings
• Provide information for entitlement services
• Work in collaboration with the school to develop and modify program
• Collaborate with community agencies
• Support the school’s Strategic planning initiatives with an emphasis on culture. Demonstrate commitment to the school purpose, vision, and mission.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned by supervisor

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators
• Ability to establish rapport and professional relationships with students and families
• Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Masters Degree in Social Work or Counseling
• Must possess relevant state or nationally recognized professional certification/licensure (such as NYS LMSW/LCSW or NCC/LMHC) or attain within one year of employment
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development
• Counseling experience
• Ability to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL)

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

• Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of walking in and around the building
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times