School Social Worker in District Of Columbia

We are seeking a few experienced school social workers to join the teams at our partner schools. Your primary responsibility will be to identify our students' mental or emotional issues and work with them through those challenges. You’ll also collaborate with parents and school staff to create coordinated intervention strategies (e.g. behavioral management). You must have great communication and counseling skills to succeed in this role. You should be able to connect and empathize with students and understand the root of their problems. If you are compassionate and you love helping others, we’d like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Listen to students’ issues when they come looking for help, provide support, and discuss solutions with them.
• Talk with students who exhibit concerning behaviors to understand their issues.
• Identify problems in the school setting, such as bullying or aggressive behavior.
• Review students’ medical...