School Social Worker

POSITION School Social Worker Coach, Office of Student Support Services REPORTS TO Executive Director of Student Support Services or Designee POSITION SUMMARY The School Social Worker Coach is a trained mental health professional who provides coaching, mentoring, and clinical leadership to school social workers district-wide. The SSW Coach ensures that social workers view the entire school community as the client, promoting a positive school climate, mental health supports, and social-emotional learning to cultivate safety, belonging, and collaboration. The Coach builds connections with community providers, leads research-based clinical interventions, and develops high-quality individualized plans to meet the needs of students, families, and staff. Direct Services: Coach school social workers in providing quality individual, group, and family therapy, as well as crisis management. Indirect Services: Provide consultation to school staff to ensure ethical, professional, and high-quality social work services across all schools. RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Coaching & Supervision Implement structured coaching cycles to enhance skill development and practitioner effectiveness. Maintain an active LCSW and provide clinical supervision and case reviews for school social workers accumulating hours toward their LCSW credential. Provide modeling and tools for individual/group counseling, conflict resolution, and anger management using evidence-based interventions. Facilitate School Social Work "Community of Practice" sessions and continuous learning opportunities. Crisis Intervention & Student Supports Assist school social workers in completing complex risk assessments and support crisis intervention as needed. Assist in developing and implementing standard crisis response procedures district-wide. Ensure all assigned schools maintain a functional mental health and health crisis team. Support participation in MTSS, 504, and PPT meetings regarding social-emotional or behavioral concerns, providing holistic bio-psychosocial insights. Compliance, Ethics & Community Engagement Uphold the professional code of ethics defined by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). Ensure compliance regarding releases of information, IEP/504 documentation, clinical progress notes, and service plans. Develop and deliver presentations for students, families, and staff on topics including Erin’s Law, Title IX, and social-emotional wellness. Coach social workers on engaging families, navigating community resources, and addressing environmental conditions affecting student welfare. Perform other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Education: Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited institution Certification: Connecticut certification (071) – School Social Worker required Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required (within 6 months of hire) Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a certified School Social Worker Skills: Proven experience working with culturally, socially, and economically diverse populations Strong knowledge of school systems, special education processes, and community agency networks Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills Proficiency in educational technology, clinical documentation, and data tracking Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Connecticut School Social Worker Certification (071) is required. UNION AFFILIATION Hartford Federation of Teachers (HFT) SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT The salary is in accordance with the Hartford Federation of Teachers’ contract with a salary range of $61,955 - $114,267. #J-18808-Ljbffr