Social Worker
Company: Uncommon Schools
Location: Camden
Posted on: April 20, 2024
Job Description:
Company DescriptionUncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of
high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding
K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have
proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with
more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network
identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 53
schools serving more than 20,000 students in five cities: Boston,
Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. We are proud that
Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five
times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by
offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional
learning that prepares students for success in college and
beyond.Uncommon Schools in Brooklyn currently manages twenty four
schools serving students in grades K through 12. We believe in
strong authentic relationships between teachers and students,
supported by effective school systems and an engaging instructional
model that enables students to flourish academically and
personally. Our students in Brooklyn have an impressive - 99%
college acceptance rate.Job DescriptionThe school Social Worker
coordinates special education programs in accordance with federal,
state, and local laws; conducts evaluations for students referred
for learning and/or behavior assessments; develops instructional
and behavior interventions and monitors progress for individuals
and groups of students; provides individual or group counseling to
students as needed; and plans and executes school-wide programming
and events. -In addition to the duties set forth below, the
Employee agrees that s/he will perform all the other duties that
are assigned by his/her supervisors, the school's Principal and the
Principal's designees, and/or the Board of Trustees, including, but
not limited to:
- Taking all steps required by the school to ensure that the
Employee becomes highly qualified and certified which includes
holding a bachelor's degree and full-state certification or
licensure;
- Being present and engaged from 7:00AM- 5:00PM Monday through
Friday each week of the school year;
- Providing appropriate supervision of students during class,
breaks, meals and transitions to maintain an optimal work
environment and to ensure students' safety and well-being;
- Planning, attending and participating in events outside of
normal school hours as needed (e.g., family nights, student
performances, field trips, report card nights, Teacher - Parent
Conferences, June and August Family Saturday Orientations,
etc.).The Employee's duties shall be to:
- Demonstrate a strong drive to improve the minds and lives of
his/her students in and out of school.
- Implement and enhance the school's systems and culture.
- Implement activities to help students meet academic and social
standards.
- Implement assessments that measure progress towards academic
and social standards.
- Hold themselves accountable for students' mastery of academic
and community standards.
- Communicate effectively with students, families, and
colleagues.
- Engage families in their children's education.
- 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.
- Help complete necessary school-wide duties for the successful
and orderly functioning of the school (e.g., hallway supervision,
arrival/departure transitions, field trips, bus duty, etc.) and
other such duties as the Principal may request from time to
time.
- Participate collaboratively in planning with teachers, grade
level meetings, department meetings, staff meetings, and other
professional development activities.
- Provide instruction in the school's core reading program on a
regular basis and in other subjects as needed.
- Work closely with the Dean of Students and Families to
reinforce behavioral expectations and work with families as a
partner in their child's school success at the school.
- Adhere to the policies, standards, and school-wide
responsibilities described in the school's Faculty & Staff Handbook
or as may be instituted or in effect from time to time.
- Consistently demonstrate belief in and alignment with the
school's Creed and educational philosophy.
- Seek state social worker certification on a timeline determined
by the Principal.
- Provide direct services to the school community including:
- Providing crisis intervention and behavior management to build
students' ability to meet the school's high expectations.
- Providing one-on-one counseling or group counseling as needed
to students and families.
- Coordinating school meetings with families.
- Identifying and training others to identify students and family
members who may benefit from regular one-on-one counseling or group
counseling.
- Developing and implementing curriculum for social and emotional
development/intervention with students.
- Work with the Principal to partner with external social service
agencies (e.g., Administration for Children's Services) and develop
protocols to engage those services as needed
- Manage administrative and appropriate direct-service elements
of the referral process for social services and special education
services including:
- Conducting regular needs-assessments of current and emerging
student and family needs.
- Using needs-assessments to identify and cultivate internal and
external resources and services.
- Referring individuals and families to external resources and
services.
- Monitoring and facilitating the delivery of external resources
and services.
- Evaluating impact and quality of external resources and
services.
- Administering records, documentation, and other compliance
activities.
- Partner with the Dean of Students to design and coordinate
family-engagement and family-education activities including:
- Home visits and records procurement for newly enrolled
students.
- Workshops to educate families, staff, and/or students on
specific issues.
- Potlucks, FIC/FFA Meetings, and other community-building
events.Qualifications
- Master's degree in Social Work (Required)
- Valid School Social Worker Certification from NJDOE
(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.Additional InformationOur
people are what makes us Uncommon. -We believe our compensation
philosophy and benefits should reflect our values-equity,
transparency, and clarity-to enhance our ability to attract and
retain talent and reward their expertise. -Our staff receive
best-in-class training, coaching, and support to develop and
operate mission-driven schools that provide a high-quality
education to our students and families.Compensation for this
position: -Most candidates who meet job description requirements
will receive an offer of $56,000-$60,000. The starting compensation
for this role is between $56,000 -to $77,000. - -The starting pay
will depend on various factors including but not limited to
relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and
tenure with Uncommon Schools. To receive an offer at the top of the
range, candidates will need significant experience in a directly
aligned role. - Because we value staff tenure in a role, we do not
currently cap salary ranges for current staff members. -Other
Benefits:
- Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks
(spring, winter, and summer) + additional sustainability half days
throughout the school year
- Extensive, best-in-class training and development - -
- Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans
- Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts
- Financial planning & wellness
- New Jersey Pension program
- 529 college savings program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance
- Financial - planning tools and assistance
- Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare
discounts
- Paid leave of absence -
- Fully paid parental leave
- Fully paid medical leave
- Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
-
- Mental health and counseling support + wellness
benefitsUncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse,
equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and
staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team
that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our
students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by
creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and
identity for our staff and students. 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
recruitment@uncommonschools.org.
Keywords: Uncommon Schools, Camden , Social Worker, Healthcare , Camden, New Jersey
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