Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
- Minnesota Board of Social Work Licensure (LSW)
- Minnesota Board of Teaching Licensure
Preferred (additional) qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Social Work
- Minnesota Board of Social Work Licensure (LGSW), Clinical Level (LICSW)
- Experience working with children and families, especially in a school setting
Summary: Provide early intervention and prevention services to grades PreK-5th grade with the goal of maximizing school success by addressing and impacting students' personal, social, and emotional needs in home, school, and the community.
Responsibilities:
- Assess student functioning, both formally and informally, in home, school, and community, identifying strengths as well as factors that may negatively impact his or her education.
- Provide counseling to individuals and groups and their families, using appropriate therapeutic strategies.
- Promote consistent school attendance.
- Support families with parenting information and promote family involvement in the school setting.
- Provide crisis intervention services for students, demonstrating skill in recommending appropriate treatment for mental health/behavioral needs.
- Consult and collaborate effectively with local agencies and other mental health professionals to coordinate service.
- Work with staff to assist in the early identification of at-risk population.
- Pursue continuing education and professional development training.
- Actively participate in multidisciplinary teams, and provide consultation to school personnel regarding home, neighborhood and community conditions that may affect student well-being (i.e. Student Assistance Team (SAT), Attendance Review Board)
- Lead & support school staff, families, and students in positive school climate initiatives: i.e. Character Strong (social-emotional learning and bullying prevention) and serving on our Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) team
- Demonstrate knowledge of applicable district, state, and federal policies, including child abuse/neglect reporting.
- Serve as the district McKinney-Vento Act liaison and assess needs for the homeless/highly mobile student population.
- Section 504 Coordination.
- Facilitate staff training and classroom presentations as appropriate/needed.
- Manage volunteers and lead the school committee in maintaining the functioning of the school food pantry & clothing closet.
- Maintain records in a manner consistent with district practices.
- Maintain a functional office area with materials accessible and organized.
- Prioritize school social work needs and manage time accordingly.
- Uphold the ethical standards of the Social Work profession.
Salary range: $59,000 - $80,724 DOQ