Early Interventionist Specialist Pool

Early Interventionist Specialist Pool Jefferson Parish Schools STUDENT SUPPORT - Harvey, Louisiana Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5638659 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Position Description: Assists the Director of Family and Social Services and the Special Education Coordinator by providing direct services to local schools, such as therapeutic interventions with students, consultation concerning intervention strategies, referral and follow-up, assessment and in-service. Scope of Responsibility: Provides psycho-social assessment for the identification of children’s needs Provides computer generated assessment reports within the required timelines. Provides crisis intervention services by identifying and assessing student/family needs and initiating an appropriate action plan. Participates, when called upon, in Crisis Team interventions at other schools. Provides related social work services in compliance with a student’s IEP. Provides information and referral services for the child and family to other community resources. Works directly with the child and family to collaborate with other community resources. Establishes and maintains contact with school personnel for the purpose of discussing and implementing techniques of working with children and their families. Maintains case records, reports and all necessary forms in order to provide for continuity of service and program accountability, including work time reporting. Follows established guidelines of the program in which the Social Worker is employed. Provides parent training in areas need. Conducts functional behavioral assessments and behavior plans as needed. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Director of Family and Social Services. Because of the therapeutic nature of this position any duty involving disciplinary action may not be assigned. Duties assigned during standardized testing should allow for substitution in the event a mental health crisis should occur during this time. Skills and Qualifications: Master’s degree in Social Work with LCSW or working toward LCSW certification and an ancillary certificate issued by the Louisiana Department of Education. Desirable Qualifications: Two years of experience working with children/adolescents and their families. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with other professionals. Teaching experience Certification to teach Physical Involvement: Sitting is required part of each work day. Must be able to operate office equipment. Standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting up to 10 pounds is sometimes required. Ability to provide own transportation to schools, work locations and meeting sites. Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations. Compensation: JPPSS offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. JPPSS also offers a competitive benefits package. Position Type: Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Monique Soignet , DIRECTOR FAMILY & SOCIAL SERV

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