School Social Worker in Walton, NY

A full-semester contract position is available for a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) specializing in school social work within a K-12 educational setting in New York. This full-time role focuses on middle and high school students, providing essential guidance counseling, case management, and support through social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct guidance counseling and case management services to middle and high school students.
• Collaborate with educators and administration to support student well-being and academic success.
• Implement and promote social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum to foster positive student development.
• Conduct assessments and intervene in situations requiring mental health support or crisis management.
• Facilitate communication between students, families, and school resources to address student needs.

Desired Qualifications:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential.
• Experience providing social work services in school environments, particularly with K-12 populations.
• Familiarity with guidance counseling techniques and case management.
• Knowledge of SEL frameworks and ability to integrate them effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with school staff and families.

Location: Onsite position located in New York; candidates open to vocational visits will also be considered.

This opportunity is ideal for mental health professionals seeking to apply clinical social work expertise in an educational setting, supporting youth development in middle and high school populations. Candidates with a passion for creating positive environments for students and actively promoting social-emotional learning will find this role fulfilling.

Interested professionals are encouraged to submit their application to join this impactful school social worker assignment.

Compensation for this position ranges from $32.29 to $52.29. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.