Position: Social Worker-General Education
Reports to: Principal
Contract: 190 days New Employee
187 days Returning Employee
I. General Responsibilities
The social worker is responsible for the assessment of need and delivery of counseling and intervention services; coordinates appropriate community resources for students.
II. Examples of Duties
A. Services
1. Participates in comprehensive evaluation of students as indicated.
2. Provides individual and group counseling and support to students.
3. Provides support to classroom teachers.
4. Responds to crisis situations in schools.
5. Implements appropriate programs groups and initiatives to target at-risk populations.
6. Plan individual school programs to promote a positive and caring school climate.
7. Coordinates and facilitates appropriate community services to students.
B. Professional Relations
1. Works with students regarding their social and emotional problems interfering with adjustment and achievement in school.
2. Consults with families whose problems result in an impact on the students educational progress.
3. Works with community agencies and groups to assist in developing appropriate intervention strategies.
4. Maintains positive working relationships with principal teachers and staff.
C. Standards of Practice/Growth
1. Meets the state and District licensure requirements.
2. Fulfills routine requests made by supervisory and administrative staff promptly and cooperatively.
3. Avails self and participates in opportunities for professional growth.
4. Adheres to the ethical standards of the social work profession.
II. Qualifications
Masters in Social Work
Valid Kansas Social Work License.
| Language Skills: |
| Ability to read and interpret documents including the analysis of district assessment data. Ability to effectively write detailed reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing with parents patrons staff and students. Ability to speak in front of large and/or small groups. In addition as an organization/community that reflects and appreciates diversity bilingual communication skills are noted and valued. |
Social Worker - 1.0 FTESchool Year
