Description

This person is responsible for the coordination of treatment of each student registered with the school. The school social worker is responsible for therapeutic services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of students and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of students. This person provides de-escalation role modeling, assistance, training and support to staff members. This person is key in student crisis intervention and de-escalation. It is expected that this person is familiar with governing rules and regulations for the school/ day treatment and that the program maintains compliance with these rules and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Uphold the mission, values, policies, and procedures of Roundup Fellowship.
• Must be present in school with students during school hours.
• Provide crises intervention and concurrent treatment to students in the school setting.
• Provide family counseling and case management as needed to encourage parental participation in the student’s life during the school day.
• Wrights behavior intervention plans.
• Completes Functional Behavior Assessments.
• Collaborates with the student’s family and team in the development of IEP goals and case plan.
• See students individually for therapy as identified per IEP.
• Provide case management services in conjunction with school administrators.
• Provide connections to community agencies for families as appropriate.
• Work with assigned students to foster the development of replacement behaviors at age appropriate ad developmental levels.
• Provide consultation and support to classrooms regarding mental health and behavioral interventions.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with school and community agencies.
• Maintain frequent and professional communication with supervisors, family members, school districts, therapists, staff members and other professionals.
• Familiarity with all applicable regulations of referring agencies.
• Oversee case management for all for ensuring timely monthly and quarterly reports which meet state licensing standards.
• Keep individual and group notes.
• Complete all paperwork required for students’ files per regulations and standards.
• Complete social histories on each family.
• Review incident reports and complete trend analysis for each student.
• Schedules home visits and parent nights in conjunction with the school administrator as needed.
• Participate in school functions.
• Participates in community activities and provides therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Serve as behavioral model to student while present at on and off campus activities.
• Provide transportation to students as needed utilizing agency vehicles.
• Handle emergency situations effectively following established procedures.
• Provide direction, support, and role modeling to staff members utilizing de-escalation techniques with students.
• Review incident reports and complete trend analysis for each student.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum age of 25.
• Must hold a Colorado Department of Education School Social Work License or be a Licensed Psychologist with a Colorado Department of Education.
• Qualified and licensed to practice in the State of Colorado. In addition to education the treatment leader shall have completed three years of treatment-oriented experience.
• Documented evidence of completion of coursework the areas of school and special education law, including content covering Functional Behavior Assessment and the development of behavior intervention plans.
• Successful completion of Colorado-approved content exam.
• Successful completion of a supervised 900 clock hour practicum in the field of social work, which shall have been completed in a school, social service agency, mental health clinic or facility and/or hospital setting.
• Successful completion of at least one field experience with school age children/students.
• Ability to read, wright, and speak the English language for required paperwork, testing, and professional communication.
• Ability to operate a computer utilizing Microsoft office.
• Colorado driver’s license and the ability to drive a 10-passenger vehicle.
• Satisfactory BIU, CBI and FBI record check.
• Must be trained in de-escalation techniques. Must be trained and certified in Safety Cares and willing to utilize the training
• Ability to do simple math calculations and analyze data.
• Must be able to solve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure while dealing with a variety of emotions and frustrations.
• Requires scheduling flexibility.
• Ability to work as a team leader.
• Ability to communicate effectively with respect and tact in order to give, receive, and analyze information, formulate plans, and prepare materials.
• Ability to case manage all students in placement ensuring IEP/treatment plan compliance.
• Excellent organization and time management.

BASIC & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to lift and carry clients with adaptive equipment.
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior.
• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection.
• Must be physically present at the assigned job location, which may include home, school, and community placements.
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper means.