Achievement First
CTSocialWorker(202627)
“CT Social Worker (2026-27) at Achievement First. Skills: counseling, emotional support, conflict resolution, anger management. Support the rules, systems, academic, and behavioral philosophy of Achievement First schools through counseling in one-on one and small group support sessions.. Create a proactive counseling program that prevents crises and supports the academically rich environment of the school.”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure that students have the emotional support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
Industry & Context.
analytical skills
Visit homes of Achievement First families when necessary.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master’s degree in social work, school counseling, or school psychology, Bachelor’s degree in social work required, LSW
Nice to Have
2 years of previous experience with children and/or families in urban communities highly preferred, LCSW
What You'll Do.
and behavioral philosophy of Achievement First schools through counseling in one-on one and small group support sessions.
Create a proactive counseling program that prevents crises and supports the academically rich environment of the school.
Serve on special education committees to provide required IEP services.
Organize and/or teach health education
alcohol/drug prevention etc. as needed.
and regularly schedule student meetings around conflict resolution and anger management.
Serve as the point person for all counseling issues that arise in the student body.
Meet with individual students who require counseling on their IEPS.
Use evidence-based practice to effectively develop treatment and intervention plans for students and families.
Maintain close contact with teachers regarding student behavioral plans.
Keep impeccable records of all school-related actions and initiatives.
Develop relationships with community organizations that can help support the school
Serve as a liaison between students/families and local social service agencies when necessary.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of external services and resources.
Visit homes of Achievement First families when necessary.
Attend all staff meetings and professional development workshops.
Work closely with teachers to help them to better understand and relate with challenging students.
Lead workshops around issues of physical and social development in an effort to proactively address issues.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborate and partner with students, parents, and members of the school staff; Work closely with the Dean of Students; Serve on special education committees; Serve as the liaison to the school’s parent organization; Work closely with teachers
Communication Scope
communication skills
Process & Methodology
planning, executing, monitoring treatment plans
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