Description

To provide mental health support and case management services to pupils, staff and parents involved with the School Social Work Department.

Responsibilities

• School based individual and group counseling.

• IEP Team member for students with disabilities

• Consultation to teaching staff, building, administration, parents and colleagues as needed.

• Serves as a referral agent to obtain necessary aid from specialized public or private organizations.

• Provides pupil data and written reports as required.

• Attends school and district staff meetings as scheduled.

• Works to create a school climate of caring and mutual respect for all individuals.

• Performs other program-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Social Work.

• DESE/ School Adjustment Counselor Certification.

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker desirable.

• Demonstrated competence in establishing strong interpersonal relationships with children and adults.

• Vast knowledge of available human services in related areas.

• Two years minimum experience working in a public school setting