2026 - 27 School Social Worker

The role

The Social Worker provides direct counseling services to students according to IEP mandates. This role involves working with students, families, and teachers to provide a holistic approach to student achievement and health.

What you will do

• Provide mandated and at-risk individual and group counseling
• Make referrals for students in need of additional services or alternative placements
• Create a proactive counseling program to prevent crises
• Collaborate with the MTSS team to create tiered intervention plans
• Implement counseling strategies for discipline, social and emotional development, and conflict mediation
• Form partnerships with community-based organizations
• Intervene in crises using verbal de-escalation techniques
• Manage, track, and document student interactions and counseling schedules
• Supervise school social work intern(s)
• Participate in the creation of IEPs

Required qualifications

• LCSW or LMSW required
• Spanish language proficiency required
• Minimum of two years of counseling experience
• Unwavering commitment to the educational mission of the Brilla Schools Network
• Strong competence in behavior management, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills, and interpersonal relations
• Dedication to providing all students with an academically robust, inspiring, and joyful learning experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build, monitor, and maintain systems improving organizational efficiency
• Thriving in a fast-paced environment with flexibility to work independently or take direction as needed

Nice to have

• Appreciation for the Classical liberal arts educational tradition

Benefits

• Comprehensive Professional Development
• Over 225 hours of annual training
• Over 30 bonding events each year
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 403(b) plan and 401(k) retirement options with matching contributions
• Generous paid time off
• DOE-aligned school calendar
• Wellness resources

About the company

Brilla Schools is a growing K-8 network in the Bronx serving over 2,000 students. Managed by Seton Education Partners, the schools use a classically inspired approach to education.