School Social Worker

Position Details

Title:

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER

SCHOOL YEAR

Salary and terms of employment:
As per the current Midland City Education Association (MCEA) Agreement (salary protection available).

The School Social Worker helps to support the emotional, social and academic well‑being of students. They provide individual and group counseling to students dealing with a variety of personal issues and help them develop coping skills to manage these challenges. They work with teachers, parents and administrators to develop individualized plans that help students succeed in school. The school social worker is integral to creating a safe and supportive school environment, helping students succeed academically along with developing the emotional and social skills needed to thrive in life.

• Education:
  
  Master’s Degree in Social Work; possess a limited or full licensure as a Master Social Worker in the state of Michigan;
  State approved certification as a school social worker.
• Ability to withstand the physical and mental rigors of the position.
• Demonstrated technical skills: computer knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office and Google Suite, and other basic computer skills; familiarity with student information systems and emerging technologies.
• Well‑developed problem‑solving skills.
• Sound, independent judgment, including handling of confidential matters.
• Effective communication with parents, staff members, and students, verbally and in writing.
• Pass background check.

• Knowledge of data‑driven decision making related to student behaviors and socio‑emotional challenges.
• Complete psycho‑social evaluations in the educational setting that are in compliance with IDEA regulations and reflect research‑based practices.
• Work in cooperation with members of the Student Support Teams to identify and develop effective intervention strategies.
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and create Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Use data to develop Present Levels of Student Academic and Functional Performance that guide goal development and intervention.
• Knowledge of research‑based clinical interventions.
• Work with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and representatives from community agencies to access appropriate services on behalf of children.
• Understand Michigan Special Education laws and IDEA as they relate to the socio‑emotional needs of children in the educational system (e.g., Positive Behavior Support, Seclusion and Restraint).
• Adhere to all guidelines established in the National Social Worker Code of Ethics.
• Organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Maintain an organized environment.
• Work independently and with a team.
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality with regard to all district‑related matters and records.
• Available to students and parents for education‑related purposes outside the instructional day, as needed.
• Assess student progress toward objectives, expectations, and/or goals to provide feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Participate in meetings and professional development activities to convey and/or gather information required for optimum performance.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Report incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, zero‑tolerance offenses) to maintain personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to state law and board policies.
• Respond to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct to appropriate personnel.
• Respond in a timely manner to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g., other teachers, parents, administrators, students, central office staff).
• Ensure predictable, reliable attendance.
• Fine motor skills and ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted to assist with student behavior management, to ensure student safety, and to lift and move equipment and supplies.
• Able to stand or sit for long periods of time (up to entire shift as tasks require), as well as stoop, squat, bend, crouch, reach, kneel, and climb stairs frequently…