K-6 School Social Worker

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.
• Service: Our service-learning model is rooted in community presence and reflection.
• Purpose: We empower students to uncover their unique gifts and use them in service of something greater than themselves.
• Antiracist & Inclusive: We are an actively anti-racist organization committed to advocacy and the dismantling of barriers within and beyond our school. We embrace and support the diverse identities and needs of all students and families.

Responsibilities & Duties

Support Student Well-Being and Development

• Provide direct counseling (individual and group) for students to address social-emotional challenges, trauma, or behavioral needs.
• Implement crisis interventions, trauma-responsive strategies, and support plans to promote student safety and wellness.
• Support students in developing coping strategies, social skills, and positive identity development.

Partner with Families and the School Community

• Collaborate with families to provide culturally responsive support and build trusting, solution-focused partnerships.
• Lead or participate in student support meetings (e.g., RTII, IEP, family conferences) to ensure consistent communication and planning.
• Design and facilitate family education workshops and engagement opportunities in partnership with school leadership.

Collaborate with Staff and Service Providers

• Partner with teachers, deans, and service providers to identify students in need of additional support and develop appropriate interventions.
• Train and coach staff on best practices for student mental health, behavior, and trauma-informed care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to support whole-child planning and access to services.

Manage Resources and Community Connections

• Conduct needs assessments to identify evolving student and family needs.
• Connect students and families to external resources and services, monitoring outcomes and impact.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with local and state requirements.

Contribute to School Culture and Growth

• Serve as an active member of the RTII team and other collaborative support teams.
• Promote a school-wide culture of high expectations, empathy, and joy.
• Support school-wide initiatives, including service-learning projects, professional development, and student supervision duties (e.g., transitions, recess, lunch).

Education & Experience

• Master's degree in Social Work required
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) certification required
• At least one year of experience supporting students in urban school settings strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed practices, mental health supports, and culturally responsive care

Location: Philadelphia, PA 19134 • Job Type: Full-Time