Deep Roots Charter School·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The School Social Worker provides trauma-informed counseling and crisis intervention to support student well-being and academic success. They also collaborate with families, staff, and community partners to foster an inclusive and supportive school environment.
School Social Worker Summary The School Social Worker provides holistic, trauma-informed, and student-centered support to ensure that all students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
This individual plays a critical role in promoting student wellness and family engagement, removing barriers to learning, and fostering a culture of belonging and purpose.
Through direct counseling, crisis response, and coordination with families and community partners, the School Social Worker advocates for students' needs and empowers them to grow and succeed.
Reporting to the Assistant Principal of Specialized Services, the Social Worker collaborates closely with school leadership, educators, and support teams to uphold Deep Roots Charter School's commitment to equity and excellence.
About Deep Roots Where students discover joy, belonging, and purpose Authentic Relationships At Deep Roots Charter School, we take the time to know our students and their families-their backgrounds, purpose, and passion-and provide a variety of experiences from leadership to mentoring, to social-emotional learning and multiple clubs within the school day.
Personalized Learning Every child receives individualized attention tailored to their unique learning needs and strengths.
Deep Roots maximizes various learning styles and prioritizes individual student support.
Our Core Values: Practice: Every individual in our community engages in deliberate practice, understanding it as the path to excellence.
Our service-learning model is rooted in community presence and reflection.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work and possess a valid LSW or LCSW certification. At least one year of experience in an urban school setting is strongly preferred.
Market context
Pennsylvania K-6 school social worker roles typically seek candidates who can support student mental health, attendance, behavior, and family engagement, creating steady demand in school-based settings. Competition is stronger for applicants with a Master’s in Social Work, valid LSW or LCSW certification, and urban school experience. The requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving research time; confirm licensure details before applying.
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