Part time Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Staten Island, NY - Part-Time - School Day

Are you a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) passionate about supporting the mental health and academic achievement of students in Staten Island?

Knowledge Road is seeking a part-time Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our team and provide critical psychological services to students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools. With an unprecedented need for mental health support in schools and a significant shortage of qualified professionals, your skills are urgently needed to help students navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and adolescents through evidence-based psychological interventions.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with Knowledge Road, you will have the autonomy to deliver individualized interventions, working collaboratively with school teams and families to support student mental health and academic achievement.

Responsibilities

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with Knowledge Road, you will:

• Provide direct, high-quality individual and group counseling services to students, as mandated by their Individualized Education Service Programs/Individualized Education Programs (IESP/IEP).

• Address a comprehensive range of social, emotional, and behavioral concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and complex psychological conditions.

• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to inform treatment planning and educational recommendations.

• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans utilizing various therapeutic modalities tailored to the unique developmental and cultural needs of each student.

• Collaborate closely with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other mental health professionals to create a holistic and supportive learning environment.

• Maintain meticulous and timely documentation of all services, progress, and outcomes in accordance with DOE regulations, HIPAA requirements, and Knowledge Road standards.

• Actively participate in IESP/IEP meetings, offering expert psychological insights and recommendations to promote student progress and educational planning.

Qualifications

• NYS license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

• Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing psychological services for children and adolescents.

• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and teletherapy platforms.

• NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status required or willingness to obtain prior to start.

Preferred :

• Experience in a school-based setting or educational environment.

• Specialized training in child and adolescent therapy modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, play therapy, family therapy).

• Experience with psychological assessment and testing.

Current Openings

We are currently hiring candidates for part-time Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) openings in Staten Island.

Schedule & Location:

This is a part-time, school-day position with a schedule that follows the NYC DOE calendar. You will offer services on-site at one or more schools in Staten Island, with assignments based on student needs. Hours/week are driven by IESP/IEP mandates; caseload may vary by assignment. Typically ~5-15 hours/week depending on placements.

Compensation

$65/hr (1099).

Why Join Knowledge Road?

At Knowledge Road, you will benefit from:

• 1099 independent contractor position with with quick, dependable payments

• Streamlined admin and documentation workflows

• Supportive team with DOE compliance/scheduling assistance

• Collaborative network of NYC school-based providers

Application Requirements

Please submit your resume and relevant NYS license/certification. Indicate (or note willingness to obtain) NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status. Documentation of your doctoral degree in Psychology.

EEO Statement

Knowledge Road is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all contractors. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.