Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide direct services to students who require counseling in order to access curriculum and instruction.
• Develop and implement measurable goals and objectives which address students' emotional needs.
• Provide interventions for students in crisis.
• Provide strategies, support, and resources to help teachers manage social/emotional issues in the classroom.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with families and with various social agencies within the community and make referrals as needed.
• Assess students in short-term evaluation programs and develop written reports to provide to members of the student's team.
• Attend IEP meetings and provide evidence of student progress toward goals and objectives.
• Maintain comprehensive records of student progress (clinical notes).
• Facilitate social skills groups.

Job Requirements:

• Experience with students with emotional disabilities.
• DESE School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor License.

A writing sample (clinical assessment) will be requested at the time of the interview.

Collaborative employees participate in MTRS.