What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPC or LSW needed for Charter High school in Philadelphia, PA position at Invo Healthcare?
Job Description
INVO is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Social Worker for a Charter School in Philadelphia, PA. This is a part time opportunity for the duration of the 2024-2025 School Year
Requirements:
Qualifications:
INVO is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Social Worker for a Charter School in Philadelphia, PA. This is a part time opportunity for the duration of the 2024-2025 School Year
Requirements:
- Student Support:
- Provide individual and group counseling to students addressing issues such as emotional regulation, social skills, family dynamics, trauma, and academic pressures.
- Assess students' mental health and social-emotional needs through observations, screenings, and evidence-based assessments.
- Develop and implement intervention plans tailored to students’ specific challenges.
- Collaboration with School Staff:
- Work closely with teachers, administrators, and support staff to identify and address students' social-emotional and behavioral needs.
- Participate in the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans, as appropriate, ensuring alignment with students’ mental health needs.
- Offer professional development sessions to staff on topics such as trauma-informed practices, de-escalation strategies, and student mental health.
- Family and Community Engagement:
- Serve as a liaison between the school and families, providing guidance on accessing resources, navigating school processes, and supporting student success at home.
- Conduct family meetings to discuss student progress, challenges, and strategies for support.
- Partner with community agencies to connect families to mental health services, housing assistance, or other needed resources.
- Crisis Intervention:
- Respond to crises such as bullying, student safety concerns, and mental health emergencies with professionalism and sensitivity.
- Provide immediate support, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate follow-up services when necessary.
- Data Collection and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions and progress.
- Use data to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and inform decision-making.
- Contribute to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving school climate and reducing behavioral issues.
- Program Development:
- Develop and implement school-wide programs promoting social-emotional learning (SEL), mental health awareness, and conflict resolution.
- Facilitate workshops or assemblies for students and families on relevant social and emotional topics.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or Counseling required; LSW or LCSW or LPC preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of experience working with children and adolescents in a school, clinical, or community-based setting.
- Familiarity with urban education environments and the unique challenges faced by students and families in Philadelphia.
- Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, SEL frameworks, and restorative practices.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Competitive compensation with flexible pay options
- Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage, 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with a discretionary company match)
- Flexible Spending Plan for medical and dependent coverage
- Professional Liability Coverage
- Licensure reimbursement
- Annual Professional Development stipend
- Professional membership stipend
- Unlimited CEUs through the Progressus Pathways Learning Center
- Many More!
