School Social Worker

Job Summary The licensed School Social Worker (SSW) will provide comprehensive social work services to students by addressing barriers that prevent students from receiving the full benefit of their educational experience. SSW will identify students experiencing social, emotional, and or behavioral problems that interfere with school performance, and has the overall goal of serving as the link between school, home, and community stakeholders. Essential Job Tasks Review student records to identify previous barriers and/or interventions to determine environmental impacts and appropriate resources Provides individual and group counseling in response to a school-wide crisis Develops and maintain relationships with community agencies and other resources to meet student needs Helps families gain a better understanding of school programs, policies, and services Assists teachers and parents in developing and implementing behavior management plans to improve problem behaviors Communicates with staff, administration, and parents concerning students’ social, emotional, and behavioral progress Assists students in improving their academic, personal and social functioning Understands the roles and functions of a School Social Worker Conducts home visits as a method to access the family and to conduct interviews Other duties as assigned Minimum Job Qualifications Master’s degree in Social Work; Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred Minimum 3 years of experience in Social Work Current knowledge of community resources and support systems available to assist students and their families Must possess successful experiences working with a diverse population of people Core Competencies Ability to deal effectively and appropriately with students, parents, and other educational stakeholders regarding student concerns and problems Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Ability to collaborate with school personnel in developing and implementing effective social and behavioral interventions for students Our Core Values Children First - work to ensure that all interactions and decisions put our scholars first Respect - Treat others as you would like to be treated Determination - With hard work and superior effort, we can achieve all things Continuously Improvement - try to get better and better every day Gratitude - Demonstrate gratefulness for all that we have done and the opportunity to serve our scholars and communities Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service. #J-18808-Ljbffr