School Social Worker

School Social Worker

Primary Function:
Assumes the responsibility of finding effective ways to prevent and resolve personal, emotional and social problems that significantly interfere with students' adjustment to school and their capacity to acquire the fullest benefits of the education offered them.

Essential Duties:

• Provide assessments, individual treatment, referrals, crisis intervention services and short-term individual and family counseling
• Network with community agencies that provide off-site mental health, reproductive health and social services and to facilitate a variety of health education sessions both for individuals and in a classroom setting for parent and school staff
• Facilitates, participates in, and provides input for system wide, school based, and departmental program planning, evaluation, and development of policies
• Program planning and evaluation activities done in accordance with state and federal laws, regulations and school board policies
• Provide the necessary professional skills to assist students and communities in problem solving and conflict resolution in a safe and healthy manner
• Develop and implement intervention strategies to address social, emotional, and behavioral issues
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to create comprehensive support plans for students
• Conduct assessments to identify student's needs and appropriate services
• Facilitate communication between the school and student's families to ensure cohesive support
• Create and lead workshops or training sessions for students, staff, and parents
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions and progress
• Promote attendance and engagement through targeted interventions
• Address issues related to bullying, substance abuse, and other challenges affecting student well-being

Punctual attendance

Minimum Qualifications:

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Certification:
Georgia Certification School Social Work

Proficiency

Skills:

Written and oral communication skills, ability to operate office machinery and deal with multiple tasks, computer competence, typing and proof reading skills and leadership skills. Ability to deal with multiple tasks, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Personal

Skills:

Pleasant personality, cooperative attitude, physical skills and stamina to perform responsibilities and duties

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintain open lines of communication with other department administrators within the District
• Submit all required reports and budgets in a timely manner
• Adheres to all District policies and procedures
• Ensures all rules and regulations are followed