Social Worker

The International Academy for the Brain (iBRAIN-Academy) is one of the largest brain-injury special education programs in the world, headquartered in New York City with current locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Washington, D.C. iBRAIN is expanding to add an out-patient clinic (iBRAIN-Center), as well as growing its research efforts for the brain injury and brain-based disorders community (iBRAIN-Institute), collectively iBRAIN. iBRAIN-Academy’s mission is to research, develop, and implement special education and related services for school-aged (3-21 years of age) students who present with a wide range of impairments due to brain injury and/or brain-based disorders as well as the development of a fully inclusive education model.

Job Description

The School Social Worker Intern will report directly to the Director of Related Services and be working within a Multi-disciplinary Team to assist the students in many aspects of the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). The student population is primarily non-verbal and non-ambulatory (in a wheelchair) and have either a brain injury or brain-based disorder. In addition, it is critical to be part of the research efforts surrounding his or her assigned students as well as the organization’s research efforts. Successful attributes include a strong strategic focus, individual leadership in an environment that promotes innovation and continuous improvement, effective communication with key constituents and stakeholders, and accountability for results.

Job Responsibilities

Act as part of total educational team by working in collaboration with school nurse and medical staff, teachers, administrators, and other related services providers to integrate the information from all of these sources to provide social, emotional, behavioral and adaptive functioning support to the child, the child’s family and the school.
Support the provision of multiple related services including social work services, parent counseling and training, counseling, and psychological counseling as needed.
Assess areas in which students may require assistance or counseling.
Communicate with parents, teachers, administrators, and related service providers regarding student’s well-being and needs.
Relay relevant information to the student’s team in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate case files and reports to track student issues and progress.
Evaluate student transcripts and reports.
Use tools and assessments to identify the needs of students in school, home and community settings to maximize ability to learn and develop and track progress over time.
Conduct interviews with students and families upon new student evaluation, intake and acceptance, and when otherwise indicated to obtain accurate social history and identify needs, strengths, relevant life experiences, and other social, developmental, emotional and behavioral factors to inform educational team for service provision and decision making.
Participate in development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) as necessary, and as part of student IEP teams
Use a variety of appropriate formal and informal tools and techniques including observations and interviews to evaluate the progress and performance of students and families.
Schedule monthly Parent Counseling and Training (PCT) sessions with families.
Work with families during PCT sessions to determine areas for growth and relay valuable information regarding student’s progress at school and to encourage active family participation in the achievement of IEP goals.
Work closely with therapists, students, and medical professionals to obtain essential equipment for students.
Read scientific literature relevant to assigned research projects.

Qualifications

Must have a Valid NYS LMSW licensure, LCSW preferred.
At least 2 years' experience working with children who have a brain injury or brain-based disorder.
Must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Must have the ability to take initiative, and a highly flexible personality type
Must be detail-oriented, focused, highly motivated, and able to work as part of a team
MUST HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR

Benefits:

Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Paid time off, Transportation Management Account

Job Type:

Full-time / In-person

Hours:

Monday through Friday, typically 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m, with occasional irregular hours availability based on family/students' responsibilities

Salary Range:

$60,000 to $75,000 (based on experience)

Please note this position adheres to iBRAIN-Academy’s administrative calendar

Note:This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or qualifications associated with the position.

Employment with iBRAIN is contingent upon successful completion of any and all post-screening processes, including a reference and background check, and license/certification/degree verifications if/where applicable

Please send a resume and cover letter to Jobs@ibrainnyc.org unless a specific job description specifies otherwise.