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    Social Worker - New York, United States - Uncommon Schools

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    under-resourced communities. We have proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 53 schools serving more than 20,000 students in five cities: Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. We are proud that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional learning that prepares students for success in college and beyond.

    Uncommon Schools in Brooklyn currently manages twenty four schools serving students in grades K through 12. We believe in strong authentic relationships between teachers and students, supported by effective school systems and an engaging instructional model that enables students to flourish academically and personally. Our students in Brooklyn have an impressive 99% college acceptance rate.

    Job Description
    • Provide direct services to the school community including:
      • Crisis intervention and behavior management to expedite students' return to classrooms for learning and to build students' ability to meet the school's high expectations
      • Individual and group counseling (school-based and mandated)
      • Identify and train others to identify students and family members who may benefit from regular one-on-one counseling or group counseling
      • Develop and implement curriculum for social and emotional development/intervention with students.
      • Refer, monitor, and evaluate individuals and families to external resources and services
      • Administer records, documentation, and other compliance activities.
    • Serve as a Case Manager and member of Child Study Team
    • Strengthen and support parent and family involvement
    • Plan and develop school-based interventions with educators
    • Engage and partner with community agencies and resources
    • Help students and their families with learning, behavior, and/or attendance concerns while strengthening home, school, and community partnerships.
    • Evaluate students in terms of personal and family history, socio-economic and cultural differences
    • Evaluate the configuration of factors within the home, community, and school as related to a student's current social and academic adjustment
    • Implement and enhance the school's systems and culture
    • Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
    • Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively
    • Commit to professional growth
    • Participate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training
    • Share responsibility for grade-level and school-wide activities
      • Help complete necessary school wide duties for the successful and orderly functioning of the school (e.g., hallway supervision, arrival/departure transitions, field trips, etc.) and other such duties as the Principal may request from time to time.
      • Attend and participate in events outside of normal school hours (e.g., family nights, student performances, field trips, report card nights, Teacher - Parent Conferences, June and August Family Saturday Orientations, etc.)
      • Collaborate with teachers in planning grade level meetings, department meetings, staff meetings, and other professional development activities
      • Adhere to the policies, standards, and school-wide responsibilities described in the School's Faculty & Staff Handbook or as may be instituted or in effect from time to time
      • Consistently demonstrate belief in and alignment with Uncommon's core values and educational philosophy
      • Demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of their students in and out of school
    Qualifications
    • Master's degree in Social Work + Licensure-LMSW (Required) OR Licensure-LCSW (Required)
    • Valid School Social Worker Certification from NYDOE
    • Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom
    • Proven track-record of high achievement
    • Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
    • Experience working with and in urban schools is highly preferred.
    • Belief in and alignment with Uncommon's core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable.
    Additional Information

    Our people are what makes us Uncommon. We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our values-equity, transparency, and clarity-to enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise. Our staff receive best-in-class training, coaching, and support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide a high-quality education to our students and families.

    Compensation for this position: The starting compensation for this role based in New York City is between $64,000 to $96,900. The starting pay will depend on various factors that may include but are not limited to professional experience, education, training, certifications, tenure with Uncommon Schools, and work location. Because we value staff tenure in each role, we do not currently cap salary ranges. Please note: ranges may differ for staff who work from a location other than New York City.

    Benefits: We offer comprehensive, flexible, and competitive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families.

    Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email

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