School Social Worker

Job Description

School Social Worker Program - 2026-2027 School Year

The Diocese of Rockville Centre Department of Education seeks part-time social workers for a one-year grant-funded program. Recognizing our Catholic faith as the foundation of this important work, the successful candidate will be able to conduct and support counseling for students in our Catholic elementary schools. Additionally, he or she will also serve as part of the school's crisis intervention team.

Job Expectations:
Conduct a comprehensive needs assessment of the school in coordination with the building principal.

Provide in-service workshops and presentations to school faculty and staff about mental health topics.

Develop a comprehensive list of student resources.

Support the school's online presence as it relates to positive mental health opportunities.

Develop a periodic newsletter with mental health resources and updates for students, parents, families and the broader school community.

Develop student intervention plans as needed.

Organize and lead student support groups as needed.

Meet regularly with building principal to determine mental health needs and targeted improvement approaches.

Advocate for school, families and parents with local school districts, parishes and community organizations.

Be present at extracurricular events to interact with students, families and school personnel.

Qualifications:
LCSW, LMSW, certified School Social Worker, School Psychologist

Understanding and appreciation of Catholic Social Teaching in areas of poverty, dignity of human life, sexuality and community participation

Passion for the empowerment of adults and young people in the school setting

Prior school experience preferred; IESP / 504 knowledge is a plus
Bilingual social workers encouraged to apply

Experience with evidence-based crisis-intervention models is a plus

Work Schedule:
3 days per week based on the school's start and end time (typically 7:30am - 3:30pm).

Can be combined with another elementary school in the diocese to make a full-time position.

10 month position: September through June.

This is a 1-year grant-funded opportunity for the 2026-2027 school year.

Salary:
$25K - $30K (for a 3-day, part-time, salary). Salary is paid over 12 months.

Please email your cover letter and resume in .pdf format as an email attachment. Please note "School Social Worker Program" in the subject line and email to jobs@drvcschools.org.

About the Employer

The Mission of the Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Rockville Centre is to foster an environment of spiritual and intellectual growth by integrating Catholic tradition and faith throughout the educational process. This is accomplished by the promotion of Gospel values, lifelong service, global awareness, and academic excellence that prepares our students to be compassionate, as well as critical and creative thinkers, in an ever changing society.