Job Description

The Middle School Social Worker is a full-time position responsible for providing counseling services to any and all students who are referred to them. The Social Worker will work collaboratively with the Dean of Student Supports and the Principal to ensure that students needs are being effectively met by the school programming. This person will have a larger role within our community developing monthly Parent Workshops in collaboration with the Dean of Culture. Additionally, the Social Worker will be responsible for the creation and management of support systems for students struggling with attendance.

Job Responsibilities

· Provide counseling services for students who have been referred to the Social Worker.

· Analyze attendance data with the support of the Principal, Dean of Student Supports, or Grade Level Leads.

· Create strategic plans for how to tackle attendance issues for individual students.

· Facilitate conversations about poor attendance with students and their families.

· Develop monthly parent workshops for families on various topics related to helping their students be successful.

· Work collaboratively with the Dean of Student Supports to ensure that students with special needs and English Language Learners needs are being effectively served by the school programming.

Job Qualifications

· Unwaveringly high expectations for all students with the belief that every child should have access to a college education.

· Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred.

· Minimum of two years of experience working in an urban setting.

· Licensed Master Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker

· Strong belief in that a solid structure, with positive incentives, and high expectations will drive student success

· Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with special needs and low skill level.

· Demonstrated ability to work well in a team, especially with parents and community members.

· Analytical problem solver with a basic understanding of data analysis.

Salary & Benefits

Legacy College Prep offers a competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

As an equal opportunity employer, Legacy College Prep hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $70,000.00 - $87,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Social work: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person