Social Worker

Position Type :

Student Support Services / Social Worker

Date Posted : 12 / 3 / 2024

Location : Lago Vista ISD

District : Lago Vista ISD

Primary Purpose :

Perform casework service to help students resolve personal, emotional, and social problems that interfere with their adjustment to school and their ability to enjoy the benefits of the educational process. Function as part of the pupil services team to formulate plans with the school, student, and parents.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification : Bachelor's degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program

Valid Texas license as a baccalaureate social worker (LBSW) granted by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Knowledge of individual and group counseling skills

Knowledge and skill in casework methods

Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students

Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff

Experience :

3 years social work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties : Social Work

• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to encourage peer support and enhance social development of students including developing the ability to accept responsibility for their actions, resolve conflicts, develop decision-making skills, and handle crises. Work with students to improve attendance.
• Perform casework service with parents to increase the parents' understanding, their constructive participation in resolving their child's problems and their knowledge and use of available and appropriate resources.
• Provide crisis support and counseling to students, parents, and school staff.
• Coordinate and integrate school and community resources and refer school staff and parents to community resources where appropriate.

Assessment

Consultation

Program Management

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities :

May supervise persons completing practicum or internship through a college or university program.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Tools / Equipment Used : Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture : Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing / pulling, and twisting

Motion : Frequent walking

Lifting : Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds and over); may be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning of students with disabilities

Environment : Work inside, regular districtwide travel to student homes

Mental Demands : Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Salary

To be determined by breadth of experience and the LVISD Compensation Plan

Generous Benefits :

TRS Active-Care The District pays $445 a month toward the employee health insurance premiums; vision and dental offered; cafeteria plan available.

Lago Vista Independent School District is a 4A public school district based in Lago Vista, Texas, approximately 20 miles northwest of Austin. Situated on the north shore of Lake Travis in the beautiful Texas hill country, Lago Vista has a population of approximately ~10,000 residents. This unique community offers the warmth of a small town, but is within a 20 minute drive to the conveniences of the city - apartment living, shopping, entertainment, and restaurants. Employees who choose to live in Austin can enjoy a drive to and from work against traffic. Come be part of a collaborative work team where you feel part of a family, know all the students by name, and have the potential to truly make a positive impact. For additional information, please visit the district website at : www.lagovistaisd.net.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $445