Social Worker - School-Based; MSW
Listed on 2026-01-15
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Social Work
Psychology -
Education / Teaching
Psychology
Location: Pine Bush
Social Worker - School-Based (MSW)
Location: Dutchess County, NY (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full Time Tue-Fri 08:00 AM-03:00 PM (School-Based), Mon 08:00 AM-03:30 PM (Office Day), Up to 2 Remote Days Per Month
Compensation: $64,126 per year
Benefits: Generous PTO, Medical/Dental/Vision ($58 per paycheck), 12% Pension Plan, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Tax-Deferred Annuity, Life Insurance
Job OverviewWe are seeking a School-Based Social Worker (MSW) to support elementary school students in Dutchess County, NY. This full-time role is ideal for clinicians who want a predictable school schedule, manageable caseloads, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through prevention, early intervention, and counseling services. The position offers strong clinical supervision, training toward licensure, and long-term professional growth in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities- Provide substance abuse and violence prevention and intervention services
- Conduct screenings, assessments, intakes, and referrals
- Deliver individual and small group counseling using evidence-based approaches
- Facilitate classroom-based educational sessions
- Provide crisis intervention as needed
- Lead parent and faculty workshops
- Collaborate with school staff, families, and clinical teams
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation
- Elementary school students (K‑8)
- Presenting concerns: social anxiety, academic challenges, emotional regulation, early mental health concerns, experimentation with alcohol or substances
Required:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field
Preferred:
- Experience working with children, adolescents, or school-based/community mental health
- Interest in prevention-focused, school-based work
- Weekly individual supervision toward clinical licensure
- Weekly group supervision
- Ongoing training and continuing education opportunities
- Clear career growth pathways
- Consistent weekday hours — no evenings or weekends
- Structured school-based schedule
- Balanced mix of individual, group, and classroom work
- Supportive leadership and strong supervision
- Meaningful impact on children and families
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