Counselor/Social Worker

Bethel School District 403•Spanaway, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bethel School District is seeking applicants who have the potential to be leaders and innovative educators. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to deliver instruction based upon best available research and practices in teaching and learning. This assignment includes classroom, small group and individual work to support the academic and social needs of the students and families of the school.

Requirements

Valid and appropriate ESA certification as counselor or social worker.
Demonstrated desire and ability to work and communicate effectively with staff, students and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Successful experience working with students through Professional Learning Communities.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with and/or knowledge of the role of the social worker preferred.
Experience in working with physically and sexually abused children.
Experience in behavior contracting.
Background in substance abuse prevention.
Background in suicide prevention.
Background in anger management.
Ability to develop and follow an organizational plan.
Knowledge/experience working in areas of: substance abuse prevention/intervention, child abuse, ADD/ADHD, suicide prevention/intervention, violence prevention education (Second Step), grant writing, parent support and education, and anger management.

Responsibilities

Support the academic and social needs of the students and families of the school.
Classroom, small group and individual work.
Conduct parent training.
Conduct individual/group casework with students.
Function as an effective member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team/504 committee.
Provide guidance in IEP writing.