Social Worker (Part-time)

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For this Social Worker position youll be working for our high school in Wilmington Delaware called Freire Charter School Wilmington (8th-12th Grade): Freire is all about Graduation x 2 â graduation from high school and from college. We challenge our students to achieve higher than they ever have before and we give them the support they need to get there including individualized college counseling. 95% of The Class of 2025 received acceptances into 52 unique colleges and universities and earned nearly $4.3M in scholarship award offers. This success is possible because the Freire Wilmington community is a true family where students and teachers work together to build the future each student wants and deserves.

Freire Charter Wilmington: 201 W 14th St Wilmington DE 19801

What youll do

Youll do whatever it takes to help our students navigate college and career exploration academics and social-emotional growth. Our School Social Worker connects students with the academic college-readiness and personal support they need to graduate ready for whats next.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student academic performance behavior attendance and social-emotional well-being connecting students to appropriate supports as needed
• Serve as liaison between students parents and teachers on academic behavioral and social-emotional matters
• Provide brief individual or small-group counseling and support during crisis situations
• Guide students through the college process including applications financial aid and College Board requirements
• Coordinate referrals to outside agencies and community resources as needed
• Attend key grade-level and student support meetings

Who you are

You possess an unwavering belief that our students are capable of success and you both exude and cultivate the values of equity love critical thinking and diversity at the heart of Freire Wilmington. As a School Social Worker you understand that access opportunity and support can change the trajectory of a students life and youre committed to guiding every student toward a path beyond high school thats right for them.

Were looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements you are encouraged to apply.

Minimum requirements

• School Counseling or School Social Work Certification (DE)
• Positive attitude sense of humor and a whatever-it-takes mindset when it comes to supporting students
• Demonstrated success working with and building trust among urban youth and their families
• Strong communication relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Naviance and College Board strongly preferred

Pay and benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications. This is a part-time position (15-20 hours per week) and is not benefits eligible.