LMSW or MSED in School Counseling from a CACREP-accredited program with 3 years post-license experience
Extensive knowledge of adolescent development
Experience in therapeutic modalities for children and families, particularly in underserved communities
Documented track record of personal and professional success
Strong interpersonal skills including patience, social intelligence, and a sense of humor
Experience working in a school environment or with teenagers and young adults
Spanish speaking highly preferred
Responsibilities
Provide direct counseling services to assigned students and families
Collaborate with grade-level partners to assess student needs
Conduct crisis interventions as necessary
Complete timely documentation for students with IEPs
Engage families through various communication methods and school events
Provide referrals for outside services when needed
Participate actively in school and department meetings
Benefits
Robust medical, dental, and vision benefits
Generous time-off including 5 school vacation weeks and an extended summer break
Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave
Employer-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability
Employee incentives including an 8-week paid sabbatical after 10 years
Annual professional development funds and tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
General responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Provide direct services to Students and Families:
Collaborate with Grade Level Partner(s) to engage Students and determine individual levels of need;
Provide Counseling support for a caseload of assigned Students with Mandated Counseling Services;
Support non-assigned Students as needed (eg. following up on referrals);
Provide crisis intervention as needed;
Complete documentation for Students with IEPs in a timely manner and participate in annual reviews;
Utilize individual and group modalities to address Student's social emotional needs;
Engage Families through phone calls, scheduled meetings, Report Card Night and school activities or events;
Conduct home visits as needed;
Collaborate with Grade Level Team to support Students around academic progress including individual and group interventions and communication with families;
Maintain contact and session records as directed by Manager.
Provide indirect services to Students and Families:
Provide referrals for outside services for Students who cannot be supported within our school setting and maintain communication with providers as needed;
Collaborate and communicate as needed with Supervisors, Staff and outside Providers to meet Students' needs;
Provide recommendations to the Staff and Leadership team around approaches to working with struggling Students;
Support the School community:
Participate actively in Department meetings, Faculty meetings, and other meetings;
Consider opportunities to share responsibility for grade-level and school-wide activities, including chaperoning day and overnight trips;
Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and confidentiality when working with Students, Parents, and Staff;
Follow the guidelines of the NASW Code of Ethics and NYS Mandated Reporting.
Qualifications
Patience, zest, grit, self-control, hope, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor
A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
Documented track record of personal and professional success
Extensive knowledge of adolescent development
Experience in therapeutic modalities related to children and families in traditionally underserved communities, including assessment and treatment of trauma
Experience working within a school environment or extensive work with teenagers and young adults
Must have a LMSW or MSED in School Counseling from CACREP-accredited school plus 3 years post-license work experience
Spanish speaking highly preferred
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits:
KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,829 - $136,704 per year. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role, NYS initial or professional certification, and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP NYC will evaluate a candidate's years of experience, certification, and longevity at point of hire to determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale.
KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following:
Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision.
Generous Time-Off including 5 school vacation weeks, sick and personal days, and an extended summer break.
Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave.
Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder care.
Employer paid Life Insurance and Short term/Long term disability.
Employee incentives including 8 Weeks paid Sabbatical after 10 years, annual professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement.
This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.
This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our schools. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC. It is important that you notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.
KIPP NYC LLC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization.
KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City. BIPOC, women, gender expansive, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
About KIPP Foundation
The Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) is a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public charter schools with a track record of preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and in life. KIPP schools are part of the charter school movement, which is a group of public schools that are given more flexibility in exchange for higher accountability. KIPP schools are typically located in underserved communities and have a longer school day and year, a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum, and a strong culture of achievement and support. KIPP was founded in 1994 by two Teach For America alumni, Mike Feinberg and Dave Levin, who started a middle school program in Houston, Texas. Since then, KIPP has grown into a national network of 255 schools serving more than 100,000 students in 20 states and the District of Columbia.
