About Job

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our team. The School Social Worker addresses barriers to student learning, including social, emotional and mental health challenges, and provides services at the school-wide, family, small group and individual levels. The School Social Worker will be assigned either an Intermediate (5th or 6th Grade) or Middle (7th or 8th Grade) focus, with the understanding that adjustments may be made by their supervisor to meet the needs of students and families.

We are currently seeking 2 Social Workers to serve at Stonybrook Intermediate Middle School and 1 Social Worker to serve at Raymond Park Intermediate Middle School.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Utilize student, school and community data to plan, identify and implement evidence-based, culturally competent and measurable social work program goals, small group goals and individual student goals.
Demonstrate knowledge of laws, rules and policies which impact students, families and the school community creating protections and/or eliminating barriers to successful student outcomes.
Provide assessment and instruction/intervention services at the school-wide prevention level, at the targeted classroom/small group level and at the individual behavioral/mental health level to address issues that prevent learning readiness.
Develop and maintain a deep working knowledge of all aspects of Warren’s virtual learning programs.
Work collaboratively with school professionals, parents and community leaders in a culturally responsive manner to support the optimum learning environment for students.
Serve as a member of educational multidisciplinary teams with responsibilities that may include the preparation of student and family social and developmental histories, functional behavioral assessments and positive behavioral intervention strategies.
Provide brief individual and group counseling to students and families who need help with personal concerns or development problems.
Consult with school staff and parents regarding strategies for helping students cope with personal and social concerns.
Access and link community resources to students, families and the school in response to identified needs.
Advocate for student success and engages families and the school community in student achievement. To accomplish this responsibility, home and/or agency visits are required.
Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Master's degree (MSW) in Social Work.
Must hold an Indiana School Service Personnel license in either School Social Worker; or, Indiana Professional Licensing Agency license: LSW or LCSW.
Experience working with children in various settings, including childcare or educational environments.
Knowledge of child welfare policies and procedures, including child protective services.
Strong skills in crisis intervention and management techniques.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural competence in counseling practices.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a focus on teaching and conflict resolution strategies.
Demonstrated experience in behavioral health support and advocacy for children’s mental health needs.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. We encourage passionate individuals who are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and families to apply for this rewarding position as a Social Worker.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 per year

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