26-27 High School Social Worker

About KIPP New Jersey

KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark’s South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate 7,035 students in grades K-12 across 16 schools in Newark, Camden and Paterson. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals. To learn more, visit www.kippnj.org .

Here’s what you need to know

As a School Social Worker, you will support special education and general education students to reach their fullest academic and social potential. A bit more about you…you have strong organizational skills and are a communications ace. You want to help kids on an individual basis. You’re willing to do whatever it takes to help each student be successful.

Responsibilities

Serve as a case manager to students with identified special needs as well as for students being referred to the Child Study Team.; Communicate effectively with parents and all stakeholders involved in the IEP process; Use clinical skills to provide group and individual counseling; Provide crisis counseling to students and families experiencing mental health and/or social service emergencies; Deliver behavior management and de-escalation techniques to create a safe school environment for all students.; Implement behavior intervention plans and monitor student progress in conjunction with the school support team.

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