School Social Worker Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited social work program
• Current or eligible for appropriate California Social Work licensure (LMSW/LCSW or other applicable credential based on the position)
• Completion of required supervised practicum/fieldwork as part of an accredited social work program
• Knowledge of IEPs, IDEA, special education processes, and behavior intervention planning
• Understanding of child and adolescent development and social-emotional and behavioral needs
• Ability to provide individual and group interventions appropriate to the educational environment
• Knowledge of community resources and the ability to connect students and families with appropriate supports
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Proficient in the use of technology for documentation, communication, and educational purposes
• Ability to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearances
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, educators, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to exercise a high level of tact, discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment in internal and external communications

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children or school-aged students preferred
• School-based or pediatric Social Work experience preferred
• 2+ years of professional experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Providing individual and small-group social-emotional and behavioral support
• Conducting student assessments and contributing to evaluations, eligibility determinations, and educational planning within the Social Work scope of practice
• Developing and implementing interventions to address students' social, emotional, behavioral, and functional needs
• Providing services and interventions outlined in students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Monitoring student progress, maintaining appropriate data, and completing required documentation
• Participating in IEP, multidisciplinary, problem-solving, and student-support team meetings
• Supporting the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and other student supports, as appropriate
• Providing crisis intervention, risk assessment, and appropriate referrals in accordance with district procedures
• Collaborating with teachers, special education staff, school psychologists, counselors, therapists, administrators, and other school professionals
• Partnering with families to address barriers to student participation, attendance, behavior, and academic success
• Connecting students and families with appropriate school, community, and social-service resources
• Supporting positive relationships between students, families, schools, and community resources
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and confidential student records
• Following applicable federal and state requirements, professional standards, district policies, and procedures

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community
• Benefit Resources
• Flexibility associated with independent contractor status
• Access to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds Partners