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School Social Worker
Nysais
Location : New York, NY, 10055
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $70000 - $75000
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
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School Social Worker
The Smith School is seeking a School Social Worker for a leave replacement (September - November). This opportunity may lead to a full time position.
The Social Worker serves as a member of our Counseling Department, offering individual counseling, group counseling and crisis intervention, often working in tandem with the College Counselor.
About Us: The Smith School is a small specialized Middle and High School located on the Upper West Side in New York City. With an average class size of 5, Smith specializes in unleashing student’s potential by providing a learning environment that is safe, friendly, structured, supportive and individualized.
Our Population: The school serves students who need a smaller, more specialized environment to accommodate their learning needs. Frequent diagnoses for our students include autism, ADHD, speech and language disorders, and depression/anxiety. Our teachers, service providers, and counselors work together to support students through their educational journey and many of our students are college-bound.
Responsibilities:
Provide short-term individual and group counseling sessions as well as risk assessments to address social, emotional, and behavioral challenges faced by students, utilizing evidence-based interventions and strategies for students 6th to 12th grade
Establish relationships with students and families to better understand their needs and provide tailored support
Serve as a resource for social, emotional, and developmental concerns, providing guidance and support to students, families, and staff
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and outside providers to identify students needing social-emotional support, push into the classroom, and develop targeted intervention plans to address their needs effectively, and/or coordinate referrals to external or specialists as needed
Serve as member of the Student Support Team, collaborating to enhance student success through social-emotional and behavioral interventions
Attend divisional and weekly faculty meetings to stay informed on student progress, school initiatives, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Lead communications with community stakeholders through sending monthly newsletters to families, staff, and students managing the school’s Instagram account, hosting quarterly parent speaker events, and collaborating with community members to provide educational talks on a variety of topics
Support school administrators and educators in planning and implementing school-related programs and events that promote student well-being and engagement
Be familiar with the placement process for students with IEPs, ensuring accommodations and services are effectively implemented to support student learning and development
Participate with school admissions team, evaluating compatibility of potential students with Smith’s environment, services, and community
Preferred skills for this position:
Master’s degree in counseling, social work or psychology areas
Licensed Master Social Worker or equivalent to
3+ years of experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to balance administrative and support services efficiently
An understanding of the continuum of mental health services, including prevention and intervention strategies to enhance student success
Benefits:
Competitive Salary - commensurate with experience and education
Health Plan(s) - Medical, Dental, Vision (once vested)
Professional development opportunities
Supportive team of educators
Opportunities for developing leadership skills & training
Opportunities to contribute to a school that is innovative and growing in the field of special education
To Apply:
We encourage interested and eligible candidates with a passion for engaging in a collaborative school community to forward their cover letter and resume to jobs@smithschool.org. Please enter 'Social Worker’ into the subject area.
Career Type
Full-time
Hiring Period
Next 3+ Months
Address
131 West 86th Street
New York, NY 10024Posted on
Jul 28, 2025
Start Date
Sep 30, 2025
Salary Range
$70000 - $75000
Salary Type
Annually
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New York City’s diverse population means school social workers often address a wide range of social-emotional challenges including cultural sensitivity, urban stressors, and complex family dynamics. This environment demands tailored interventions and familiarity with city-specific resources to effectively support students.
Private schools in NYC, including Nysais, are increasingly focusing on candidates with experience in specialized educational settings and mental health expertise. There’s a growing demand for social workers who can collaborate closely with educators to support students with diverse learning and emotional needs.
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credentials are highly preferred for NYC school social workers. Additionally, certifications in trauma-informed care or special education support can enhance a candidate’s attractiveness given the city’s emphasis on addressing varied student challenges.
School Social Workers uniquely blend direct counseling with community resource coordination and family engagement. Unlike counselors who primarily focus on academic guidance, social workers address systemic social and behavioral issues affecting student well-being.
Proficiency in crisis intervention, cultural competence, and collaborative teamwork are essential. Moreover, understanding neurodiversity, such as autism and ADHD, and applying evidence-based social-emotional strategies greatly enhance effectiveness in NYC’s specialized school settings.
At Nysais, the School Social Worker actively engages with faculty and families to create personalized intervention plans. They also lead community outreach through educational talks and coordinate support services, embedding social work deeply into the school’s collaborative culture.
Nysais encourages leadership development by involving social workers in school-wide initiatives, parent engagement events, and managing communication channels like social media. This fosters growth beyond counseling into strategic roles that influence school mental health programming.
Salaries for School Social Workers in NYC private schools typically range between $70,000 and $75,000 annually. Compensation reflects factors such as educational qualifications, experience, and the specialized nature of supporting students with diverse learning and emotional needs.
Small schools like Nysais offer a close-knit environment allowing social workers to form deeper, personalized relationships with students and staff. However, they may face challenges such as limited resources and the need to multitask across counseling, family outreach, and administrative duties.
Nysais exemplifies a holistic approach by combining counseling, crisis intervention, and community engagement within its social work program. Its emphasis on individualized support and interdisciplinary collaboration provides a replicable framework for private schools aiming to enhance student wellness.
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