FYSocial Worker Student Well-, Alternative Programs, FTE

Summary Description

Under the direction of the director, Student Well-being and Achievement, in the Office of Student and Family Support and Engagement (OSFSE), the candidate will serve as a liaison between the department’s programs, school personnel, families and outside resources.

• Provide support to students placed in school programs, including alternative learning, by identifying and addressing the social‑emotional environmental issues that interfere with the educational process.
• Work alongside the Associate to create programs and services that support the Be Well 365 framework of student and staff well‑being.

As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.

20 summer supplement days required.

Wage range: $64,591 to $131,472 based on education & experience. Benefits information:

• Job Grade: BD
• Organization:
  Alternative Programs
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Rockville
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time
• Working Months: 10
• Shift: Day Job

• Knowledge of MCPS and local agencies providing services to youth and their families.
• Excellent clinical knowledge and skill in working with students experiencing significant social, emotional and behavioral issues and their families.
• Knowledge of MCPS alternative programs and philosophies related to alternative education.
• Knowledge of diversion programs for youth, restorative justice and practices, and rehabilitative practices for youth.
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws, policies and regulations related to special education and serious emotional disabilities.
• Ability to assist in developing and monitoring individualized education programs (IEPs) with appropriate social skills, behavioral and academic goals.
• Familiarity with surface management strategies, as needed.
• Excellent human relations, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in multi‑disciplinary teams and function effectively in multiple environments.
• Knowledge of the teacher SSPGS.

• Masters degree in social work from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of five (5) years paid experience working with students with emotional/behavioral needs.
• Experience and training demonstrating successful use of clinical skills with such students and families, and related youth programs and agencies.

• A valid license issued by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners; must be licensed at the LCSW‑C level.