School Social Worker/School Counselor

Description

Job Title:  School Social Worker/ School Counselor                                 

Department:  Lynde School

Position Summary

Provide counseling, case management, and support services to students and families as part of an interdisciplinary team. Ensure services align with IEPs to promote social-emotional well- being, behavioral growth, and academic engagement. This full-time, 10-month position includes a 6-week summer program and requires flexibility for meetings, family communication, and professionaldevelopment.

Department

Gateway Longview’s Education programs support K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges. 

Agency

Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. 

Benefits

Gateway Longview takes pride in offering an amazing benefits package to take care of our most important asset- our employees! We offer medical, dental and vision plan insurance effective the first of the month following hire date, flexible spending accounts, wellness program, employee assistance program, a 403B retirement plan, & several more offers.  

Compensation

$45,000 - $50,000 per year

*offers based on education and years of experience

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time, normal school hours 

Professional Development Opportunities

Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline. 

Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the clinical components of students’ IEPs in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, incorporating input from related service providers.
• Ensure active supervision of assigned student(s) to promote safety, engagement, and compliance with behavior and education plans.
• Provide individual and group counseling, family engagement, and case management services tailored to students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Communicate effectively with school staff, caregivers, outside providers, and Committees on Special Education to ensure cohesive, wraparound support.
• Support student intake, admissions, and transitions between programs or placements.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation—including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries—in compliance with agency, state, and professional standards.
• Maintain confidential student records in accordance with FERPA, HIPAA, and agency policies, including updating FERPA disclosure logs.
• Lead discharge and aftercare planning in partnership with families, school districts, and the Transitional Services Specialist.
• Represent the program in agency and community meetings and contribute to outreach and advocacy efforts. 
• Participate in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) procedures to support student safety.
• Engage in professional development to maintain licensure and stay current with best practices in school-based mental health.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with diverse audiences
• Ability to build rapport and maintain therapeutic relationships with students and families
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and restorative practices
• Skill in completing psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and clinical documentation
• Ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary educational teams
• Capacity to manage multiple responsibilities and respond to crises calmly and appropriately
• Ability to utilize physical restraints in accordance with safety protocols youth after successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (LMSW or LCSW) with NYS School Social Worker certification, or Master’s degree in School Counseling with NYS School Counselor certification
• Valid New York State driver’s license and adequate auto insurance required

 An EEO/AA Agency

We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.