School Social Worker
About The Position
ABOUT US For more than 100 years, Rockhurst High School has been a place where boys become young men, with minds, bodies and souls prepared for the challenges of college and life beyond. Rockhurst challenges students with a rigorous academic program in the classical Jesuit tradition. PURPOSE We are seeking a full-time School Social Worker to join in our School Counseling Office to assist in various capacities toward providing support to the community in a confidential and profesional manner. The ideal candidate will hold a minimum of a master degree level in social work with a demonstrated ability to work in a college preparatory environment. The individual will work in a structured and collaborative environment with others who are committed to the formation of each student according to the principles of the Grad to Grad: Open to Growth, Intellectually Competent, Religious, Committed to Doing Justice, and Loving. This position reports to the Director of School Counseling. This is a 10-month contract position.
Requirements
- Masters degree in social work or related counseling degree.
- Minimum 2 to 4 years experience in related field preferred
- Clear understanding of and commitment to Rockhurst High School’s mission
- Student-focused approach to counseling, which includes a desire to build positive relationships that are characterized by mutual respect and trust
- Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
- Strong collaborative skills with colleagues.
- Reflective practice and a desire towards growth
- Strong understanding of current theory and practice in the field of social work
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the school day, including moving between classrooms, offices, and other campus locations.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods during meetings, counseling sessions, or computer-based work.
- Ability to lift, carry, or move materials such as files, resources, or small equipment (typically up to 10–20 lbs).
- Sufficient vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to conduct counseling sessions, engage with students and families, use office and communication technology, and complete documentation.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, in writing, and during group presentations or trainings.
- Ability to respond promptly to student needs, crisis situations, or urgent concerns, which may require walking quickly, climbing stairs, or moving across campus.
- Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for parent programs, school events, or emergency support as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred experience working with parents and families to support them with challenges.
Responsibilities
- Student Support & Intervention
- In collaboration with school counselors and other partners, act as a lead coordinator of tiered interventions within the School Counseling Department tied to student wellbeing
- Manage and track tiered-data related to student wellbeing (e.g., attendance)
- Provide bridge care for students and their parents awaiting or seeking mental health services, including student risk assessment, student safety planning, and bridge care/acute accompaniment for students as further professional care is established
- In collaboration with school counselors and other partners, support transitions for students and their parents when returning from hospitalization or partial-hospitalization
- Serve on the Student Support Team and other committees as assigned
- Collaboration & Communication
- Family & Community Engagement
- Collaborate with such offices but not limited to College Counseling, Dean's Office/Nurse, Academic Office and Faculty, Athletic Office, Coaches, and Club Moderators, Campus Ministry, Admissions Office (to support families with relevant needs), and administration
- Serve as a liaison between the School Counseling Department and local or external mental health providers
- Consult with external organizations that enhance school wellness initiatives
- Family & Community Engagement
- Wellness & Resource Coordination
- Coordinate parent education and support programs tied to student wellness
- Empower the Rockhurst faculty/staff through education and training in emotional, behavioral, social, spiritual, intellectual, cultural, and environmental aspects of student wellness
- Wellness & Resource Coordination
- Coordinate special assistance for students with needs such as clothing, food insecurity, and transportation
- Work with the Vice President of Administration/Chief Financial Officer on matters related to financial need
- Help design and implement advisory programs and small-group support initiatives
- Other Duties
- Perform additional tasks as needed or assigned to support the School Counseling Office and Rockhurst's mission
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Job Type
Full-time
