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Social Worker - Prospect Elementary School

Salamanca City CSD

50 Iroquois Drive

Salamanca , NY 14779

Certified - Teaching - Social Worker {SW}

Job Number 3300054054

Start Date

Open Date 11/19/2025

Closing Date 11/30/2025

Announcement of Anticipated Vacancy

The Board of Education will accept written applications for the following anticipated position:

Social Worker - Prospect Elementary School

Salamanca City Central School District is committed to supporting learning excellence for all students, with a strong emphasis on providing culturally responsive support for Native American students and families. Our school values learning excellence, respectful relationships, effective communication, and continuous improvement. We actively honor tribal cultures, histories, and identities and work collaboratively with tribal communities to ensure students feel connected, respected, and empowered.

Position Summary

The School Social Worker provides social-emotional, behavioral, and community-connected support to students, with a particular focus on meeting the needs of Native American youth. This position requires cultural humility, strong relationship-building skills, and an understanding of community-centered approaches to student wellness.

This is a 10-month position. The salary will be $49,037 to $89,059 annually, based on experience and in accordance with the current, negotiated Salamanca Teachers Association (STA) Contract. Salamanca City Central School District offers a robust benefits package, numerous professional development opportunities, and is a Student Loan Forgiveness eligible district.

Key Responsibilities

+ Support Learning Excellence by addressing social, emotional, and environmental factors that influence student engagement, attendance, and academic success.

+ Build Respectful Relationships with Native American students, families, tribal education departments, and community partners grounded in trust, compassion, and cultural awareness.

+ Provide individual and group counseling using trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and strengths-based practices.

+ Demonstrate Effective Communication in collaboration with teachers, administrators, families, and tribal representatives to create coordinated support strategies.

+ Conduct assessments to identify student and family needs and assist with accessing school- and community-based resources.

+ Facilitate home-school communication and strengthen partnerships with families through consistent, respectful outreach.

+ Advocate for equitable services and culturally aligned supports for Native American students.

+ Promote Continuous Improvement by utilizing data, feedback, and reflective practices to enhance the quality and cultural relevance of services.

+ Assist with crisis response, safety planning, conflict resolution, and restorative practices.

+ Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and cultural guidelines.

+ Participate in school-wide initiatives to promote positive behavior, mental wellness, and culturally inclusive practices.

+ All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work (MSW preferred).

+ Valid New York State social work license or eligibility for licensure (e.g., LSW, LMSW).

+ Demonstrated commitment to serving Native American students using culturally responsive, respectful, and community-centered approaches.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to Effective Communication with diverse individuals and groups.

+ Knowledge of trauma-informed practices, culturally grounded mental health supports, and family systems.

+ Dedication to Learning Excellence, Respectful Relationships, and Continuous Improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience working with Native American youth, tribal education programs, or Indigenous communities.

+ Understanding of tribal sovereignty, cultural protocols, and community engagement practices.

+ Training in restorative practices, crisis intervention, or culturally responsive mental health supports.

+ Familiarity with MTSS frameworks, social-emotional learning systems, and school-based intervention models.

Questions and To Apply

Information regarding the duties of the position can be obtained from Kimberly Oakes, Prospect Elementary School Principal,[email protected] 716-945-2400, Ext. 7126. Information regarding salary and benefits can be obtained from the Human Resources Department [email protected] 716-945-2400 Ext. 4077.

Any presently employed or qualified person interested in the above positions should submit your letter of interest via SharePointon or before November 26, 2025. Interested, qualified persons not currently employed by the District should submit a completed application via the posting on WNYRIC Western New York Jobs website,https://www.wnyric.org/wny-school-jobson or before November 30, 2025.

Dr. Mark Beehler

Superintendent of Schools

The Salamanca City Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people, regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) for this job posting.

Job Attachment View Attachment

Itinerant Location Prospect Elementary School

Salary: From 49037.00

Salary: To 89059.00

Salary Competitive Y

Appointment Status Probationary

Position Status Full time

Required Certification Type School Social Worker {2080}

Contact Person's Name Human Resources

Contact Person's Phone 716-945-2400 X4077

Contact Person's Email [email protected]