School Social Worker

High Point Academy•Aurora, CO

1d•$50,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The School Social Worker at High Point Academy serves as a vital member of the student support team, working collaboratively with educators, families, and community partners to address the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of students in Preschool through 8th grade. The Social Worker provides direct and indirect services to students, supports families in accessing resources, contributes to the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and plays a key role in crisis prevention, intervention, and recovery. Our Benefits Package Includes. Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) PERA This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with a salary range of $50,000-$80,000.

Requirements

Requirements for a Colorado Special Services License: School Social Worker (0-21 Years)
Education - Master's degree or higher in Social Work
Necessary Coursework- Documented evidence of completion of coursework in the areas of school and special education law, including content covering Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and the development of behavior intervention plans (BIP). If you are applying from out of state, review this addendum for coursework requirements.
Exams - Successful completion of Colorado-approved content exam or a valid Colorado DORA-issued LSW or LCSW license.
Colorado Assessment for Licensed Clinical Social Workers (ASWB ).
900 clock-hour practicum in the field of social work that were completed with supervision in a school, social service agency, mental health clinic or facility and/or hospital setting

Responsibilities

Complete Assessment, intervention, and identification for Special Education and Section 504 using aligned assessment tools.
Utilizes standardized assessment tools and platforms.
Uses assessment date to collaboration with IEP teams in the design of programming and plans.
Active member of IEP team.
Communicates in methods that supports the understanding of all team members including families, staff, students.
Assist with the implementation and progress monitoring of IEPs and 504 Plans
Provides supports and services with a Tiered Supports Structure
Collect data for Functional Behavior Assessments and develop Behavior Intervention Plans that support a variety of needs.
Work collaboratively with other school personnel to create and maintain a variety of services to support all students' attainment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral goals
Preventative and Responsive Crisis Services for all children
A commitment to the social-emotional well-being of all scholars and the culture of the school