What are the responsibilities and job description for the 24-25 SY Social Worker position at Epic Academy?

JOIN A TEAM THAT BELIEVES STUDENTS WILL MEET THE HIGHEST ACADEMIC BEHAVIORS AND ACHIEVEMENT EXPECTATIONS

EPIC Academy is a CPS neighborhood charter high school that opened fall of 2009 in the South Chicago community with the mission to inspire and equip every student to build a path to college and career success. We embrace the challenge of public education - to develop every student's resolve to reach his or her full potential regardless of the odds. EPIC Academy serves one of the most challenged student demographics in Chicago : 96% Free / reduced lunch, 25% Students with IEPs, 15% English Language Learners, with the average 9th grader entering on the 4th-grade academic level. The prevailing area expectation is to graduate high school and get a job.

We view these "obstacles" as opportunities to build on our students' assets. EPIC Academy has 3 Goals for every student :

Be prepared for college.
Develop college-bound beliefs & behaviors.
Graduate from college.

We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic School Social Worker to join our school community part time (30 hours a week). The ideal candidate possess a Master's Degree in Social Work and holds a Type 731 PEL. This role is crucial for supporting our students' emotional and social development, ensuring they have the resilience and resources necessary to succeed both academically and personally.

Qualifications :

Master's Degree in Social Work (preferred)

Valid Type 731 PEL (required)

Experience working with urban teenagers (preferred)

Previous experience in a school environment (preferred)

School Year Responsibilities :

Respond promptly to referrals from teachers to counsel students with social and emotional issues.

Maintain open communication with all staff to identify and support students in need.

Coordinate and facilitate student support groups on various topics including anger management, anxiety / depression, teen parenthood, substance abuse, and self-esteem.

Monitor and update emotional and social data of students, ensuring accurate tracking within the school's RTI and MTSS frameworks.

Assist in providing services for students experiencing homelessness.

Uphold professionalism, serving as a role model and guardian of the school's mission, core values, and culture.

Provide detailed and timely reports to the administration to aid in tracking student progress and ensuring school compliance.

Summer Responsibilities :

Analyze intake forms for incoming freshmen to gather comprehensive background information.

Engage with high-need students during the summer to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Liaise with counselors from feeder elementary schools to prepare a 'watch list' of incoming freshmen and to recruit students for summer programs.

Develop resources and tools for support groups catering to diverse student needs.

Cultivate and maintain relationships with community and city-wide partners to enhance Tier 3 interventions.

How to Apply : Interested candidates should apply now and submit a resume / cover letter detailing their qualifications for position to .

We look forward to welcoming a compassionate and driven social worker to our team, someone who is ready to make a significant impact on our students' lives and help them navigate their unique challenges.

Salary : $62,573 - $68,259

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