PreK-12 Student and Family Advocate; Social Worker) FTE

Prek-12 Student & Family Advocate

Location:

Cherry School Cherry, MN Starting Salary: $52,138-$90,816 annually/prorated. Contingent upon education/experience. Benefits:
Contingent upon the number of hours worked per week. For detailed information about benefits, please refer to the applicable contract available on our district website.

St. Louis County Schools, ISD 2142, is seeking candidates for a PreK-12 Student & Family Advocate at our Cherry School. This position requires a Social Work License and will provide social and psychological services to support the well-being and success of students and families. The Student & Family Advocate will work with students ranging from preschool through senior high school and will provide direct support through mental health counseling, family support services, crisis intervention, and coordination with community resources.

The position may also provide support related to foster care, incarcerated parents with enrolled students, student behavioral concerns, and collaboration with School Resource Officers.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Interview students and families to determine appropriate services and resources to meet their needs.
• Serve as a supportive liaison between students, families, schools, family services, protective services, medical providers, and other community resources.
• Counsel and educate individual students and families regarding social, emotional, and mental health concerns and connect them with additional resources when needed.
• Provide education and support to community groups, faculty, and staff on topics related to mental health, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, child care, medical care, and other related concerns.
• Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to identify causes of concerns such as absenteeism, behavioral issues, and school difficulties and assist in developing appropriate solutions.
• Coordinate or arrange for medical, psychiatric, and other evaluations that may help identify the causes of student difficulties and appropriate interventions.
• Provide, locate, or coordinate additional supportive services for students and families related to mental health, poverty, substance abuse, physical abuse, medical care, and other needs.
• Assist with crisis intervention when difficult or emergency situations occur at school.
• Maintain student case histories and prepare reports as required.
• Collect and maintain supplementary information needed to assist students and families, including employment, medical, school, and other relevant records.
• Counsel students whose behaviors, academic progress, or mental or physical impairments indicate a need for additional assistance.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records in accordance with applicable laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Competencies:

Active Listening Skills Social Perceptiveness Strong Communication Skills Service Orientation Complex Problem-Solving Skills Strong Judgment and Decision-Making Skills Time Management Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited social work program. Active licensure through the Minnesota Board of Social Work. Active School Social Work licensure or other applicable related-service licensure through the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB).

Preferred Education and Experience Three or more years of experience in youth counseling, public school education, social work, or a related field. Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check.

St. Louis County Schools, ISD 2142, is an equal opportunity employer.