
School Social Worker
Required skills
- MSW
- families
- school setting
- liaison
- home environments
- counseling services
- resources
- interdisciplinary teams
- functional-emotional development
- neurodiversity-affirming
Nice to have
- LMSW
- licensed clinical social work
- LCSW
Role summary
Rebecca School seeks a School Social Worker to support students (ages 3-21) with neurodevelopmental delays using the DIRFloortime® model. The role involves providing family support, counseling, connecting families to resources, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to foster functional-emotional development. Key requirements include a Master's degree in social work or a related field, strong collaboration and communication skills, and experience with documentation and IEP meetings. New York State licensure (LMSW/LCSW) is preferred. This onsite position is based in New York City.
At Rebecca School, we support students ages 3–21 with neurodevelopmental delays through the DIRFloortime® model. Guided by values of respect, relationships, and emotional growth, we help students connect and thrive. Join us and make a lasting difference in their lives.
As a School Social Worker at Rebecca School, you will support students and families within our specialized school setting. You will serve as a liaison between students' home and school environments, provide counseling services, connect families to resources, and partner with interdisciplinary teams to promote each student's functional-emotional development using neurodiversity-affirming DIRFloortime®-informed practices.
What You’ll Need
Master's degree in social work (MSW) or related supportive mental health field
New York State licensed master of social work (LMSW) or licensed clinical social work (LCSW) certification preferred
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
What You’ll Do
Provide ongoing family support, education, referrals, and community resources to students' family networks
Conduct home visits and provide clinical and counseling services to students
Complete documentation, including session notes, progress reports, and family communication
Participate in IEP meetings to support families, administer social histories, and conduct school visits following placement letters
Rebecca School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.
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