School Social Worker

The School Social Worker will assist students exhibiting emotional/social problems, providing support to students eligible for special education, acting as a liaison between schools and community agencies, serving as a mentor for younger social workers, and providing training to staff. They will conduct evaluations, develop IEPs, and provide crisis response and intervention support.

Requirements

• Masters in social work and school social worker licensure/certification
• Two or more years’ successful school social work experience
• Skill in individual and group assessment and treatment techniques
• Ability to formulate eligibility recommendations for students with emotional/social problems
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written communications
• Knowledge of positive behavior intervention strategies and successful experience in writing and implementing behavior intervention plans
• Knowledge of social skills needed to change behavior and ability to integrate training into classroom activities
• Knowledge of community resources and experience with a variety of agencies
• Ability to handle stressful situations and carry out responsibilities during times of crisis
• Ability to work effectively as a team member