SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER

Social Worker – School-Based

The Evelyn Hamblen Center is an alternative site that serves two schools; the Gaines Alternative School, a program that serves students who have committed level 4 infractions of the District code of conduct, and Hamblen a Therapeutic Day School that serves students with behavioral issues, including students with both EBD and ASD exceptionalities. The applicant for this position will work with both schools to track Mental Health referrals through the MTSS process, assist in family engagement activities, manage outside referrals for students, and assist in providing ESE services. PCM and Ukeru training will be provided by the District.

196 2026-2027 7.5 10 1 Full-time Regular $48,642.00 - $53,540.00 11/12/2026

Qualifications

(1) Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field, Master's Degree preferred.

(2) Previous experience working with at-risk families.

(3) Multi-cultural experience preferred.

(4) Certification or eligibility to be certified in School Social Work, or State license in a Mental Health field required.

(5) Current technology skills preferred.

(6) Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of community service agencies, social work, mental health and case management skills.

Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, parents, guardians and community members. Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimum supervision. Ability to work and communicate with people from various multi-cultural backgrounds and socio- economic levels. Ability to handle information in a sensitive and confidential manner. Knowledge of current basic computer skills including electronic mail, internet access, and word processing skills. Ability to plan, organize and establish priorities related to assignments. Ability to multi- task. Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional and courteous manner. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Reports To

Principal

Job Goal

Provide effective and comprehensive social work services to all referred public school students in grades PreK-12. Services as determined appropriate are also available to families of referred students. Each employee of the St. Johns County School Board will model the six pillars (as defined by Character Counts!) of the character education program.

Supervises

N/A

Performance Responsibilities

Service Delivery

• (1) Provide appropriate case management services to identified families in need.
• (2) Be knowledgeable of community and agency resources and link family and students appropriately.
• (3) Provide appropriate counseling services to identified students at risk.
• (4) Be knowledgeable of and assist schools in the MTSS process and participate in meetings as needed.

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• (5) Consult with parents, guardians, teachers and other school personnel to problem solve specific student issues.
• (6) Provide crisis intervention to families and students as needed.
• (7) Act as a reporting agent for suspected child abuse and/or neglect.
• (8) Participate in meetings to share information as necessary.
• (9) Provide training for school staff and parents on risk factors for mental health concerns.
• (10) Assist with the development and implementation of a school wide Mental Health Service Delivery Plan.

Expectations of All Employees

• (11) Meet and deal effectively with the general public, staff members, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
• (12) Follow attendance, punctuality, proper dress code and other qualities of an appropriate work ethic.
• (13) Ensure adherence to good safety standards.
• (14) Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
• (15) Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• (16) Maintain expertise in assigned area to fulfill position goals and objectives.
• (17) Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
• (18) Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• (19) Each employee of the St. Johns County School Board is charged with the responsibility of being familiar with the Character Counts! program and with modeling the characteristics of citizenship, character education and literacy.

Inter-Intra-Agency Communication and Delivery

• (20) Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.

Professional Growth and Improvement

• (21) Remain knowledgeable of school community resources to appropriately address concerns of referred students and families.
• (22) Participate successfully in the training programs, conferences and workshops as assigned or appropriate to keep abreast of current practices, programs, legal issues, and character education.

Systemic Functions

• (23) Represent the school district on multi-agency and other district and regional health related committees.
• (24) Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• (25) Follow federal and state laws as well as School Board policies, rules and regulations.
• (26) Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• (27) Represent the District in a positive and professional manner.
• (28) Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities.

Leadership and Strategic Orientation

• (29) Set high standards and expectations for self and others.
• (30) Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• (31) Demonstrate initiative in identifying problems or opportunities for improvement and take appropriate action.
• (32) Use appropriate styles and methods to motivate, gain commitment and facilitate task accomplishment. Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
• Essential Performance Responsibilities

Physical Requirements

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment

Approved Unit Compensation plan 10- month position 7.5 hours per day

Classification: Instructional

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluations of personnel.

Position Code: 61131

FLSA Status: Exempt

Board Approved: August 2022

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