School Social Worker
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Job Location:
Brownsville, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title:Social Worker
Reports to:Director of Student Services
Please note the position is grant-funded.
Primary Purpose:
Perform casework service to help students resolve personal emotional and social problems that interfere with their adjustment to school and their ability to enjoy the benefits of the educational process. Function as part of the pupil services team to formulate plans with the school students and parents.
Qualifications:
Education/Licensure:
Bachelors degree in social work
Valid Tennessee Social Work License (Required)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of individual and group counseling skills
Knowledge and skill in casework methods
Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers parents and students
Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies including behavior management interventions
Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to present information in one-on-one small group and large group situations to students parents and district staff
Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to encourage peer support and enhance social development of students including developing the ability to accept responsibility for their actions resolve conflicts develop decision-making skills and handle crises. Work with students to improve attendance.
- Perform casework service with parents to increase the parents understanding their constructive participation in resolving their childs problems and their knowledge and use of available and appropriate resources.
- Provide crisis support and counseling to students parents and school staff.
- Coordinate and integrate school and community resources and refer school staff and parents to community resources where appropriate.
- Identify and explore causes of students dysfunction as it relates to the home school and community including making home visits to gather information relating to students. Arrange for medical psychiatric and other tests and examinations that may disclose causes of difficulties and indicate remedial measures.
- Assist in interpretation of assessment data appropriate placement and goal setting for students according to district procedures.
- Work with school personnel to help students explore alternative education programs and career counseling.
- Serve as consultant to school personnel regarding students or situations that are not referred for direct district or outside services.
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of parent involvement activities. Develop and conduct parenting training and support groups.
- Consult with parents regarding their childrens academic performance behavior and needs.
- Inform students and parents of their rights and responsibilities under federal and state law including compulsory attendance.
- Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of social work services and make changes based on the findings.
- Compile maintain and file all reports records and other required documents.
- Comply with federal and state laws State Board of Education rules and regulations and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May supervise persons completing practicum or internship through a college or university program.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds and over); may be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning of students with disabilities
Environment: Work inside regular districtwide travel to student homes
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
