What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Racker?
Overview
Racker is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Day Treatment Counselor (Social Worker) to join our team in providing critical support to students with social-emotional and behavioral challenges. This full-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to work with students in a school environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team that include partners within the BOCES program.
Position Details:
- Full-time (37.5 hours per week), option of 10 or 12 month schedule
- School Calendar: Enjoy time off during school holidays and breaks
- Location: TST BOCES, Warren Rd, Ithaca
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide intensive, milieu-based mental health services to students facing social-emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Offer individual and group counseling to a caseload of 8-10 students, fostering emotional growth and well-being.
- Engage in weekly individual and group clinical supervision for continuous professional development.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with students, staff, and families, ensuring a compassionate and collaborative approach to mental health care.
Qualifications:
- Licensing criteria: LCSW/LMSW, LMSW eligible, or licensure in LMHC, LMFT, or LCAT.
- A strong commitment to working with students with mental health needs in a school setting.
- Empathy and a passion for supporting the emotional well-being of children and adolescents.
Why Work at Racker?
- Competitive salary: $48,000 - $59,000, based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare options, paid sick time, and paid vacation during school breaks.
- Continuing education funding and time off to work towards your LCSW.
- Retirement investment with employer match.
- 20% discount on childcare services for full-time staff.
This position is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while advancing their career in a supportive, collaborative environment. If you are passionate about working with students with mental health needs, we encourage you to apply today and become part of our caring, dedicated team!
Responsibilities
- Design and implement a comprehensive treatment program for each assigned student that will enhance their social, emotional and behavioral functioning in school, at home and in the community and which reflects the perspectives of the student, family and other involved supports. The program will reflect The Centers’ values as defined in the Mission, Vision, Guiding Principles and Code of Conduct.
- Provide individual and group therapy to students
- Act as a case manager to coordinate treatment goals
- Provide crisis intervention support to students in need
- Complete assessments that are recommended for improved diagnostic understanding, treatment planning and immediate crisis intervention
- Offer and deliver a full continuum of family support and therapy services and keep families fully informed on their child’s progress
- Gather and share treatment-related information with team members
- Maintain open and direct communication with team members and negotiate and resolve differences
- Engage and participate in clinical supervision
- Complete all documentation per Office of Mental Health and program guidelines
- Uphold standards of professionalism with regard to behavior and dress
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Counseling for School Success or the Executive Director
Qualifications
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Master Social Worker
- Experience with children & adolescents preferred
Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion - "A world where all people know they belong."
Salary : $48,000 - $59,000
