What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker / School Counselor position at La Crescent-Hokah Public Schools?
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Social Work and the ability to obtain a Minnesota Board of Social Work license and a Minnesota Department of Education School Social Work
- Masters in School Counselor and the ability to obtain a Minnesota Department of Education School Counselor license.
- Previous experience working with various youth populations preferred
- Possesses strong written and oral communication skills
- Displays excellent interpersonal skills with students, colleagues, and community resources
- Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and caring for students and colleagues
- Possesses excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and organize work
- Remains calm and cool-headed under pressure with a positive attitude and a dedication to helping others
- Is self-directed and self-motivated with the ability to lead and mentor others
- Is comfortable building personal relationships and establishing trust with youth and families
- Understanding of PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports)
- Educate staff on the various mental health conditions of students, their trauma responses and behaviors, and the implementation of key interventions
- Work with staff and students to promote a positive, safe, healthy, happy learning environment across the district.
- Utilize evidence-based social and emotional interventions.
- Assist in the efficacy of evidence-based models in classrooms
- Develop a plan of action for individuals or groups of students based on data collection and observed or reported behaviors.
- Assist the Student Services team in supporting students’ mental health needs.
- Assist in implementing PBIS and MTSS services, developing intervention strategies to increase academic success.
- Salary commensurate with experience as per certified staff master agreement
Title: Elementary (K-4) Social Worker or School Counselor
Classification: Certified
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Reports to: Building Principal
Job Goal: To assist in providing students at the elementary level with a physically, emotionally, and mentally safe environment in school with their peers and school staff.
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