Social Worker - anticipated opening

Social Worker Certified - Teaching - Social Worker {SW}

RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS

Provide targeted mental health support through individual and group counseling to address developmental stressors, improve classroom engagement, and enhance students' social-emotional competencies Proactively build and maintain trust-based relationships with students, families, and staff to create a sense of belonging and safety within the school community Act as school liaison to the Department of Social Services (CPS) worker Collaborate with instructional staff to provide inclusive classroom-based support, utilizing positive behavioral strategies and restorative circles to enhance student engagement and academic persistence Be responsible for assessment and intervention with students and families Be a part of the Crisis Intervention Team Attend CSE meetings for students Apply comprehensive knowledge of child and adolescent development to design and implement trauma-informed interventions that align with students' developmental stages and support their success in the classroom environment Serve as the Restorative Practice Liaison to assist with the Restorative Practice implementation plan at the building Facilitate restorative circles and conferences to resolve conflicts and repair harm Actively participate as a core member of the District Restorative Practice Committee to align building-level actions with district-wide strategic goals Serve as the primary liaison between the district and external providers, managing a network of community partnerships to provide students and families with targeted advocacy and streamlined access to essential social services Coordinate various programs and services at the district and community levels, including the district's adherence to the Dignity for All Students Act regulations Provide support and share expertise with the school community Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the building principal or district administration

Requirements:

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW-MSW plus NYSED licensure required)

Preferred:

NYS School Social Work Certification Please make sure to complete an application by clicking here for this job posting.

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43430.00

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81367.00

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Y Appointment Status :

Probationary Position Status :

Full time

Start Date :

08/24/2026

Contact Person's Name :

D. Thomas or J.

Williams Contact Person's Title :

Principal or HR Manager Contact Person's Email :

dthomas@southbuffalocs.org