Bilingual School Social Worker

The American Dream School is seeking a fully bilingual (Spanish / English) motivated and eager Social Worker who takes a preventative approach to the mental and behavioral welfare of our students and families. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of building a school committed to serving English Language Learners and cultivating bilingualism and biliteracy. The ADS Bilingual School Social Worker performs specialized social work in an educational setting to enable students to achieve optimal learning. A critical component of the role will be to collect, interpret, and synthesize information about students' social history, community environment, family dynamics, economic differences, and significant crises that influence academic and behavioral functioning. The ADS Bilingual School Social Worker works cooperatively as an interdisciplinary team member to provide services and to devise an appropriate service plan for referred students and their families.

The ideal candidate will be a strong public speaker who is a skilled relationship-builder. The candidate should be able to juggle multiple projects, and have design skills. Ideal candidates understand the decision-making process parents go through when choosing a school and can act as a trusted authority to give parents schools advice.

Minimum Qualifications :

• LCSW Required
• Bilingual Spanish / English required;
• Master's degree in Social Work or related field.
• New York State Certification is required.
• Strong organizational skills;
• Maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, complete assignments with consistent accuracy;
• Effective verbal, writing and listening skills.

Responsibilities

Administrative

Mental and Behavioral Health

Prevention

Crisis / Intervention

Parent Social Wellness

Other Duties