School Social Worker; High School

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At Bradford Academy, the top priority will always remain the same - the students. Building a safe community allows our staff and families to lean on each other to invest in every child's educational journey. Our 13-year commitment is a promise to our families to equip each child with the tools and skills needed to walk across the stage  are looking for talented and dedicated educators like you to help us see that promise through.

• An unwavering belief that all children can learn and achieve at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students.
• The ability to build strong relationships with staff, students, and families to build trust and rapport within the school community.
• The willingness to be a humble change agent.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.

• Conduct assessments and evaluations in accordance with family and student rights.
• Use student, family, and school assessment results to identify needs that affect student learning.
• Provide social work counseling to students and parents.
• Provide psycho‑social assessment and diagnosis of behavior disabilities with recommendations and/or environmental manipulations at the school, home, and/or community with periodic reevaluations.
• Evaluate transcripts; participate, as requested, in planning, implementation and follow‑up phases of proficiency testing.
• Participate in Child Study Process and Individual Education Program ("IEP") process as required.
• Make referrals to public or private agencies with appropriate follow‑up.
• Serve as a liaison between school, family, and community resources.
• Serve as a source of information regarding community resources.
• Participate in case conferences involving cooperation with other pupil personnel workers, school personnel, and community agencies.
• Act as a consultant to resolve problems concerning issuance of credits.
• Work with students on an individual basis in seeking solutions to personal problems related to such areas as home and family relations, health, and emotional adjustment.
• Participate in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions of success.
• Work cooperatively with the Health Education Teachers to carry out the Academy's sex education program.
• Provide in‑service training for staff in guidance programs and in student conflict resolution and self‑awareness programs.
• Conform to the National Association of Social Work (NASW) Code of Ethics, and Standards for School Social Work practice.
• Assume responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.
• Maintain and administer the student records system according to the Academy, state, and federal regulations and protect the system's confidentiality.
• Organize time, resources, energy, and workload in order to meet responsibilities.
• Participate in appropriate professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills.
• Assume other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.

• Master's Degree in Social Work required.
• State of Michigan certification (310), temporary approval as a school social worker, or currently enrolled in a Master's program for School Social Work.
• Previous experience working in a school setting.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Compassionate and approachable personality.
• Strong sense of discretion and professionalism.

Work Location: 24218 Garner St, Southfield, MI 48033

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, a competitive 401(K) plan, professional development, and much more. View our full list of benefits here -

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