Pay Rate: $48,000-$65,000 per year

Pay within this range is based on experience and education

DEI Values Statement:

Mary Cariola Center recognized that a high performing organization is one that cultivates a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Through continued dialogue, education, a policy development, we are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion into all aspects of our work. As an agency found on principles of inclusion, Mary Cariola Center fosters an environment where all are welcome, and our differences are respected and valued.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides consultation to teacher and other Agency staff acting as a liaison with families
• Maintains appropriate, current and accurate social work files, central files and other reports as necessary for case management services for assigned caseload
• Provides advocacy and case management for families to ensure availability and use of Agency or other community services as needed
• Provides indirect and/or direct counseling services to families and students. It may include direct IEP mandated counseling to students
• Coordinates evaluations of students on caseload, and chairs staff sharing recommendations with parents, ensuring final treatment plans are implemented
• Participates in weekly Social Work coverage, including other colleague’s caseloads and transportation issues, which may result in extended hours
• May be required to transport students and/or families when deemed necessary by the Social Work Supervisor/Manager
• Understands the medical, psycho-social, educational characteristics and needs of the population served by the Agency
• Available for various discipline related meetings and in-service sessions deemed necessary by the Social Work Supervisor/Manager
• Provides supervision and didactic services for area college students interested in pursuing a social work career and when deemed necessary by the Social Work Supervisor/Manager
• Participates in Agency functions and various community meetings as requested
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)
• 1-3 years related experience, preferably in a school setting
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English including interpreting documents such as safety rules and policy and procedure manuals
• Possess a current and valid NYS driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW); either actively pursing or already posses

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