SY - School Social Worker

School Social Worker

Red Clay is currently seeking a School Social Worker. Full time position on the school's student services team. The school social worker will support students at the tier 2 and tier 3 social, emotional, and behavioral needs through the MTSS continuum of services. The school social worker will provide help in connecting families with community resources as needed.

Assist all students in the areas of academic achievement and social/emotional development. Provide pull-out support to Tier II / III students in the area of social/emotional growth. Assist and teach students how to manage emotions and apply interpersonal skills. Assist in creation, development, and implementation of intervention plans based on student need. Provide short-term counseling and small group counseling to students.

Provide Family Communication and Support and Refer, Consult, and Coordinate with Community Resources and Community Members Consult with Counselor and Psychologist regarding IEP and 504 Plan supports (may include direct counseling services as needed) Provide longer-term counseling support and progress monitoring Assist with Parent/Family Engagement Conduct home visits related to resource linkage and/or truancy Utilize the SSWAA National Practice Model and incorporate CASEL 5 SEL Standards into daily practice Specialize in coordination with state and outside agencies such as DFS, PBH, and Crisis to provide additional support for students and their families Refer students for long-term support when appropriate.

Collaborate with families/teachers/administrators/community for student success. Conduct data analysis to identify student issues, needs and challenges within the school. Participate in school and district committees and initiatives to provide system support. Assist with crisis management. Attend district mental health clinician meetings. Be a team player, an excellent communicator, and have a willingness to work strategically with parents of all students.

Other responsibilities as determined by the school Principal.

Minimum of two years working as a school social worker Ability to establish positive and meaningful relationships with all members of the school community as well as outside service providers Experience working with students transitioning back to the school building after an outside agency placement Degree in mental health counseling MSW, LCSW, LPCMH, or similar School Social Worker licensure (preferred)