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We empower opportunity and justice-involved youth to transform the trajectory of their lives by providing personalized academic support, well-being, and preparation for post-secondary success.
About the RoleThe School Social Worker/Clinical Counselor will work collaboratively with school personnel to remove barriers preventing scholars from accessing instruction. This role requires a strengths-based and youth development perspective to provide counseling services, develop IEP goals, and implement strategies targeting students' behavioral and emotional challenges.
Key Responsibilities- Counseling students individually and in groups to address social-emotional challenges
- Participating in IEP meetings to develop and implement individualized education plans
- Providing professional development trainings on behavioral and social challenges
- Maintaining documentation of services provided to all students
- Collaborating with the Clinical Services Department to recruit and supervise graduate mental health interns
- Master's degree in social work or mental health/community/school counseling with licensure
- OSSE certification eligible upon hiring
- Experience working in juvenile detention or secure facilities preferred but not mandatory
- Strong skills in documenting efforts and interventions
Our salaries are comparable to those of other public schools in the District of Columbia area. Additionally, we offer a robust benefits package including healthcare coverage, HSA/FSA, and dependent care accounts, as well as commuter benefits and a 401k retirement savings plan.
Estimated Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 per year-
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