School Social Worker - Part Time, Park Hill/ESM

ELMCREST CHILDRENS CENTER INC•East Syracuse, NY

7d•$34 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The School Social Worker is a member of a multidisciplinary team providing special education services to preschoolers with disabilities at ESM Park Hill School in East Syracuse, New York. The role serves as a liaison among home, school, and community to support children’s functioning and provides information and support to families and school staff. The social worker provides counseling or parent education services identified in individualized education programs (IEPs), in accordance with New York State regulations, advocates for children and families, and connects families with community resources. This is a part-time position of 20–29 hours per week on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Scheduling is flexible within the work week, and the position follows the school calendar. Some travel is required, including visits to family homes and community locations. The role follows State Education regulations, Elmcrest program policies and procedures, and ESM School District policies and procedures.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).
Experience with young children.
Ability to work collaboratively as a team player in a collaborative teaming environment.
Knowledge of child development.
Ability to work independently.
Driving license for transportation to homes and community settings.
Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance.
Ability to sit, squat, crouch, and stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift arms overhead in an upward reaching motion.
Ability to walk up and down stairs several times per day.
Demonstrate honesty and integrity and follow policies, the Code of Conduct, and regulatory and ethical guidelines.
Use professionally trained practices and techniques when interacting with children, families, and coworkers.
Show willingness to learn and develop professionally.
Show dedication to the mission of serving children and families, including passion and empathy.
Value human dignity, respect others, and seek diverse approaches and points of view.
Use self-reflection and constructive feedback to improve actions and maintain positive workplace relationships.

Nice To Haves

New York State Department of Education licensure as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
Knowledge of mental health diagnoses, behavioral disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, sensory integration, developmental issues, and behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

Develop professional, positive, and productive relationships with children, families, agency staff, visitors, outside agencies, and the general public.
Relate sensitively to children, families, teaching staff, and multidisciplinary providers with a supportive and caring demeanor.
Coordinate program intake and facilitate family enrollment, including managing referrals, providing program tours, and assisting with enrollment paperwork.
Provide case management services, share information with families, and connect them to community resources.
Participate in team meetings concerning the diagnostic and treatment needs of specific children.
Consult with teachers and support staff regarding behavioral interventions, child or family health and mental health concerns, family dynamics, community supports and resources, and other social-work-related issues.
Identify families needing holiday support and assist with referrals to community agencies or Elmcrest holiday resources.
Collaborate with team members and community service providers to provide continuity of care.
Provide individual counseling to children or parent training and education to families according to student IEPs.
Maintain contemporaneous session notes for therapy sessions in accordance with student IEPs and New York State Preschool/School Supportive Health Services Program guidance.
Review IEPs for children on the caseload and provide written updates for regular progress reports and annual reviews.
Help families understand CPSE and CSE information and processes, and support transitions from preschool to kindergarten.
Attend CPSE and/or CSE meetings to help determine appropriate programming for children.
Provide parents with regular feedback, information, and crisis intervention support as needed.
Coordinate visits with families at home or in community locations for enrollment and additional needs.
Offer parent workshops or groups addressing topics of need or interest to families.
Attend training and conferences for professional development and to meet continuing education requirements for licensure.
Adhere to New York State Social Work scope-of-practice standards.
Follow applicable State Education regulations and Elmcrest and ESM School District policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned; duties and responsibilities may change.