Work From Home Social Worker | New York

A contract opportunity is available for a School Social Worker providing essential support within educational settings. These roles focus on delivering specialized services to students requiring social-emotional assistance, with one position covering a two-month leave and another pending for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Locations include Schenectady, NY, with assignments in special education environments:

• Glencliff Elementary School: 1.0 FTE for a 2-month leave covering September-October 2026
• Niskayuna High School: 1.0 FTE for the 2026-2027 school year (pending final approval)

Key responsibilities involve collaboration with educational staff and families to support student well-being, developing intervention plans, and facilitating telehealth or in-person sessions tailored to individual student needs.

Qualifications include:

• New York State Teaching Certification as a School Social Worker
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with a preference for LCSW licensure
• Experience in special education settings and familiarity with telehealth modalities strongly preferred

Applicants are encouraged to submit comprehensive application materials to support evaluation and consideration for these roles.

Benefits of this engagement include meaningful work impacting student success through specialized social work support and the opportunity to contribute to diverse learning environments.

Interested candidates with the necessary credentials and dedication to student advocacy are encouraged to apply promptly for consideration.

Compensation for this position ranges from $22.00 to $42.00. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.