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Posted August 12, 2026

School-Based Social Worker

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany
Albany, NY, US Full Time
33.25USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

Are you Ready to Launch Your Career? ????

Join us in our mission as a School-Based Social Worker at Community Maternity Services.

At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger!

Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

As the School-Based Social Worker, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

  • Provide social work services, individual and group therapy, psycho-educational groups, assessments, referrals, behavioral management, support services and family casework for the students at Arbor Hill Elementary School
  • Attend faculty meetings, Instructional Support Team, Family Support Team, and any other meetings deemed appropriate by the School principal;
  • Provide case management services by establishing linkages and referrals for service provision within the greater health, human service and health care communities;
  • Assist classroom teachers in dealing with children with specific behavioral issues
  • Plan and develop plans for group work on various topics (anger management, self-esteem, anti-violence, communication skills, conflict resolutions, etc.)

School-Based Social Worker Minimum Salary: $33.25

School-Based Social Worker Maximum Salary: $33.25

School-Based Social Worker Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm

*This is a 10-month position based at Arbor Hill Elementary School work with children from Kindergarten - 5th grade*

Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work in related field OR LMSW/LMHC
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience
  • Valid driver’s license, proof of current car insurance and registration and access to a reliable, working vehicle

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

  • For benefit-eligible positions:
    • Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
    • Retirement planning options
    • Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
    • Click here for our benefits brochure!
  • A diverse and inclusive work environment
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
  • Exciting referral bonuses
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Recognition and Awards
  • Career Growth
  • A collaborative team culture
  • Take a look at our Benefits Brochure!

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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