School Social Worker

Title: Social WorkerReports To: SOESC Designee/District Assigned SupervisorEmployment Status: Full-timeFLSA Status: ExemptTerms of Employment: 184 days (unless otherwise determined by contract)Department: Student Services QUALIFICATIONS:Masters degree or higher in social work psychology or a related field from an accredited college or a valid Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Independent Social Worker license issued by the Ohio Counselor Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist to obtain Ohio Pupil Services Social Worker Registration or equivalent licenseMinimum three years of experience in a school setting skills including basic computer skills and the ability to work with the Google Workspace tools and Microsoft Suite and problem-solving skills as it relates to working with students staff and organizational skillsAbility to maintain a level of confidentiality regarding student information and pass a criminal background and maintain a valid drivers license and reliable DESCRIPTION:Under administrative supervision the Social Workers role is to serve as a resource providing intervening services to strengthen district/community partnerships and address barriers to student learning within a full range of comprehensive FUNCTIONS:Demonstrate knowledge of childhood mental health child mental health community resources school/intervention supports and services working with families in poverty and the impacts of childhood educational staff in implementing or modifying instructional strategies classroom management procedures intervention strategies and follow-up as an active member of the RTI/MTSS process as needed providing written student observations in the classroom and data related to social-emotional health and mental health experience with creating formulating and implementing support plans for children and their families including coordinating external services needed for a sound understanding of the universal design of all knowledge and understanding of the relationship between child development social-emotional development and mental some assignments The Social Worker may be the internal mental health professional whom the administration will contact prior to suspending Pk-3 students. The Social Worker will serve as a resource and/or mental health provider for Grades 4-12 for disciplinary incidents that involve the need for services (i.e bullying vaping suicide risk assessments etc).Provide guidance and model developmentally appropriate activities for children and effective ways to work with and support and support the implementation of the Positive Behavior Support home visits to support the mental health needs and the families of guidance and model developmentally appropriate activities for children and effective ways to work with and support coordinate and provide staff training related to social-emotional and mental health issues through formal trainings team meetings and written to ethical and professional standards and guidelines as defined by professional organizations such as the National Association of Social Workers and other credible organizations in the current with practices and standards within the field of Social any relevant community outreach programs in the school as needed (i.e. food clothing holiday programs in the community etc).OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional Skills - Focuses on solving conflict; maintains confidentiality at all times; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others ideas and tries new and written communication - Communicates clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings as - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically with integrity; upholds organizational - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in the decision-making - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; sets goals and - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change delays or unexpected events (i.e ability to adjust schedule based upon administrative need).Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on of: Southern Ohio Educational Service Center policies and regulations; district contact persons and staff; integrated model of service delivery in schools; appropriate social work practices; State and Federal Rules and to: interpret policies procedures and regulations; follow instructions; maintain files and records; collect data; prepare required reports; demonstrate a positive relationship with staff; promote a favorable image in the best interests of the Southern Ohio Educational Service Center; possess physical and emotional ability and dexterity to work in a fast-paced highly intensive work environment reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsEQUIPMENT OPERATED: computer equipment related to social work WORKING CONDITIONS:Works in or around contact with district personnel families and children (age birth-22).Works in family OF EMPLOYMENT: As per the Southern Ohio Educational Service Centers Governing Board Policy Manual and the contract of EVALUATION: As per the Southern Ohio Educational Service Centers Governing Board Policy Deadline: Until FilledAnticipated Start Date: As soon as possibleInterested applicants should send a letter of interest resume three professional references and a copy of any credentials to:Casey Enochs Assistant SuperintendentSouthern Ohio Educational Service Center3321 Airborne Road Wilmington Ohio 45177Email: Phone: ext. 1039Southern Ohio Educational Service Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression of any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.