About Shefa:The Shefa School is a Jewish community day school in Manhattan serving students in grades K-8 who benefit from a specialized educational environment in order to develop their strengths while addressing their learning challenges. We specifically serve students with language-based learning disabilities who have not yet reached their potential levels of success in traditional classroom settings. Shefa is a pluralistic community school, serving families across the range of Jewish involvement and observance.

At Shefa, we believe that differences are a source of strength and that we are all enriched by a diversity of perspectives.

About the Position:The Shefa School is seeking a full- or part-time psychologist or social worker to join our strong, collaborative and growing mental health team for a year-long leave position. This position will work in both our Lower and Middle Schools. The leave dates are August 18, 2025, through June 18 2025. If possible, the employee will be invited for a period of observation and training in May and/or June 2025.Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with and support the Lower School Social Worker and Middle School Psychologist

Consult with teachers on social-emotional-behavioral issues and classroom dynamics

Hold ad hoc meetings with students individually and in groups

Address conflicts and social issues as they arise

Run social skills groups and lunch groups

Provide referrals and collaborate with outside therapists and psychiatrists

Provide behavior management support and planning to teachers

Support Social-Emotional Learning programs

Participate in student case conferences

Lead case management

Teach weekly social skills classes

Assess, manage and share feedback about students’ behavior, attention, and social-emotional development

Communicate with and serve as a liaison to parents

Support crisis assessment and response

Participate On Committee On Special Education (CSE) ReviewsQualifications

NYS licensed or license-eligible clinical or school psychologist or social worker (LMSW or LCSW)

Aptitude for developing strong relationships with both lower elementary and middle school students

Expertise in behavioral interventions with children and families required

School Experience Strongly Preferred

Exceptional communication skills with a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of individuals/groupsWe believe in investing in our employees’ development and aim to provide a supportive work environment characterized by thoughtful and generous feedback and opportunities for growth and advancement. The Shefa School is committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion and ensuring a warm, welcoming, and nurturing environment for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We especially encourage candidates from historically underrepresented communities to apply.Salary Range: $70,000 - $110,000 commensurate with experiencePlease send a cover letter and resume to: jobs@shefaschool.org