School Social Worker - Opportunity Academy

The School Social Worker facilitates and provides direct services to transitional-aged youth and adults who have previously separated from school or who have been unsuccessful in school and are now being served at Alameda County Office of Education’s Opportunity Academy. The School Social Worker will support adult learners in earning their high school diploma, seeking or maintaining employment in their desired career choice, interrupting barriers that keep the learner from accessing school, and assisting students with enrolling in college courses or trade school. This job reports to the assigned administrator. PLEASE READ JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS OF THE POSITION The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) supports students through our mission to provide, promote, and support leadership and service for the success of every child, in every school, every day. Education & Experience: Valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work or School Counseling (required) Valid California LCSW, LMFT or license eligible (preferred) Master’s degree in social work, welfare, psychology or counseling (required) Minimum of five (5) years of related experience supporting students, parents, and staff, individually and in groups at a county or district office and/or nonprofit organization. A minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in a position performing pupil personnel services and/or related functions in a school setting (such as School Counselor, Social Worker, or related occupation) preferred Bilingual in English/Spanish Valid CA Driver’s License/Evidence of Insurability Read Job Description for a complete list of job requirements and experience required