School Social Worker (Hospital Liaison)

Instructional - Position - School Social Worker Job Number 4600306244 Start Date Open Date 01 / 10 / 2025 Closing Date 01 / 20 / 2025 General Definition of WorkThe school social worker, under general supervision, performs professional work related to providing supportive services from a school social work perspective to students. It includes establishing home, community, and school linkages, supporting behavioral, social and emotional needs of students, providing counseling for students, consulting with teaching and administrative staff and reducing barriers that may prevent students from graduating.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Salary / StatusTeacher Pay Schedule / Full Time, 10 monthsReports ToExecutive Director, Student ServicesPlace of WorkThe normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.Essential FunctionsAdhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and proceduresAssess student and family challenges and create work plans to support identified needsUtilize data to identify at risk students, recognize school trends and drive programmatic decision makingMonitor effectiveness of interventions on student outcomesContribute to identifying and intervening in student attendance concernsCollaborate with other support team members and school personnel to serve students from a multi-tiered perspectiveRecognize and focus on student strengths and utilizes them to develop and enhance leadership qualities in studentsSupport students with suspected or confirmed mental health challenges by coordinating appropriate services with internal and external resourcesDemonstrate leadership by providing services that contribute to a positive school climate, advocating for positive changes in school policies and practices and being a model for ethical professional practiceFacilitate relevant internal and external partnerships that support the school and district's missionProvide professional development experiences to help staff better understand challenges students face that may interfere with academic success Enhance the professional capacity of school personnel through consultation and supportEmbrace work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural sensitivity Complete social / developmental histories for students being evaluated for Exceptional Children's ServicesEncourage parent engagement and explore ways to provide outreach to families and the surrounding school communityProvide responsive crisis support services at the individual, school and district level when neededDocument services provided via the required electronic system and reflect on practice to make necessary adjustmentsAttend required professional development opportunities as directedPerform related work as assigned or requiredKnowledge, Skills, AbilitiesIn-depth knowledge of child development for students Knowledge of the impact of mental health challenges, homelessness, poverty and medical problems on student achievementThorough knowledge of evidence-based strategiesKnowledge of computer systems and software used in functional areasStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong organizational skills and strong attention to detailsDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problemsAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusionsAbility to utilize educational data for decision-makingAbility to recommend appropriate strategies for social, emotional, mental and behavioral needsAbility to coordinate and facilitate professional developmentAbility to maintain confidentiality with an understanding of the adverse effect on students, parents and CMS when it is brokenAbility to perform duties with an awareness of and adherence to all district requirements, policies and proceduresAbility to plan, organize, prioritize, multitask, work independently, and meet deadlinesAbility to set standards and measure productionAbility to develop, plan and implement short and long range plansAbility to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organizationAbility to perceive the impact and implications of decisionsKnowledge of computer systems and software used in functional areasEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Social Work; Master's degree preferredTwo or more years of school social work experience preferredEquivalent combination of education and experienceSpecial RequirementsNC Professional Educator's License in school social work or ability to acquire within required time framePossess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportationTravel to school district buildings and professional meetings# of Jobs 1.00 Teacher Scale Y Minimum Educational Requirements Masters Term 10 Month Additional Job Information Physical Requirements / Working Conditions Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings / work Ability to move to other work locations Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and use of advanced technology Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic) Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress Job Attachment View Attachment