Social Worker

Brockport School District•Brockport, NY

38d

About The Position

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER QUALIFICATIONS: NYSED Certification: School Social Worker EDUCATION: Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution. EXPERIENCE: Two years direct experience in the field preferred. SALARY: As per negotiated agreement. WORK YEAR/DAY: Normal school year/plus summer days as required. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Individual and Group Counseling: • Provide individual and group counseling services/push in lessons to students experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges. • Develop and implement intervention strategies to address issues such as bullying, peer conflicts, and family concerns. 2. Assessment and Evaluation: • Conduct assessments to identify the social and emotional needs of students. • Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to gather information and develop comprehensive assessments. • Participate in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, contributing social work expertise to the development of appropriate goals and interventions. • Attend and participate in CSE meetings to ensure the needs of students are addressed effectively. 3. Crisis Intervention: • Respond promptly to crisis situations, providing emotional support and implementing crisis intervention strategies when necessary. • Collaborate with school administrators and community resources to address urgent student needs. 4. Parent/Guardian Involvement: • Conduct home visits to gain a comprehensive understanding of students' home environments and family dynamics. • Collaborate with parents and guardians to develop strategies that support the student's success both at home and in the school environment. 5. Collaboration with School Staff and Outside Agencies: • Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other school personnel to create a supportive and inclusive school environment. • Actively makes connections and collaborates with outside agencies and other mental health providers. • Provide training and consultation to staff on social-emotional issues impacting students. 6. Documentation and Reporting: • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student interactions and interventions. • Prepare reports and documentation as required by the school district. 7. Professional Development: • Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with trends, teaching, methodologies, and advancements. This includes attending workshops, seminars, and professional meetings such as faculty and department/grade level meetings. • Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to share best practices and enhance the overall learning experience for students. 8. Other: • Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. • The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Requirements

NYSED Certification: School Social Worker
Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
Two years direct experience in the field preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling services/push in lessons to students experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
Develop and implement intervention strategies to address issues such as bullying, peer conflicts, and family concerns.
Conduct assessments to identify the social and emotional needs of students.
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to gather information and develop comprehensive assessments.
Participate in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, contributing social work expertise to the development of appropriate goals and interventions.
Attend and participate in CSE meetings to ensure the needs of students are addressed effectively.
Respond promptly to crisis situations, providing emotional support and implementing crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
Collaborate with school administrators and community resources to address urgent student needs.
Conduct home visits to gain a comprehensive understanding of students' home environments and family dynamics.
Collaborate with parents and guardians to develop strategies that support the student's success both at home and in the school environment.
Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other school personnel to create a supportive and inclusive school environment.
Actively makes connections and collaborates with outside agencies and other mental health providers.
Provide training and consultation to staff on social-emotional issues impacting students.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student interactions and interventions.
Prepare reports and documentation as required by the school district.
Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with trends, teaching, methodologies, and advancements. This includes attending workshops, seminars, and professional meetings such as faculty and department/grade level meetings.
Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to share best practices and enhance the overall learning experience for students.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.