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About the Role

Uncommon Schools is seeking a dedicated professional to provide direct services to the high school community, focusing on crisis intervention, counseling, and social-emotional development to ensure students are prepared for college and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and behavior management to expedite students’ return to classrooms and build their ability to meet school expectations.
• Conduct individual and group counseling (school-based and mandated).
• Identify students and family members who may benefit from counseling and train others to do the same.
• Develop and implement curriculum for social and emotional development/intervention.
• 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 the 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.
• Assist students and 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.
• Complete necessary school-wide duties for the successful and orderly functioning of the school.
• Attend and participate in events outside of normal school hours.
• 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.
• 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 students in and out of school.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work + Licensure-LMSW (Required) OR Licensure-LCSW (Required)
• Valid School Social Worker Certification from NYDOE (Required)
• 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.

Skills

• Crisis intervention
• Behavior management
• Individual counseling
• Group counseling
• Social and emotional development
• Case management
• Family involvement
• Intervention planning
• Community engagement
• Collaboration
• Communication

Location

• Boston
• Camden
• New York City
• Newark
• Rochester

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Not specified

Education Level

• Master's degree in Social Work
• Licensure-LMSW
• Licensure-LCSW
• Valid School Social Worker Certification from NYDOE

Salary/Compensations

• $78,000 - $115,000

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA).
• Financial Planning.
• 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match.
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.).
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits.

About the Company

• Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities.
• Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester.
• Committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond.
• Students consistently exceed national benchmarks.
• Invest deeply in educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development.

Equal Opportunity

• 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 [email protected].