What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Support Specialist position at Queensbury Union Free School District?
School Social Worker
Overview:
The Queensbury Union Free School District is seeking a qualified School Social Worker to join our team. As a mental health professional, you will play a vital role in helping students achieve academic success by acting as a link between home, school, and community.
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced professional who can provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and advocacy for students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments to identify students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
- Develop and implement individualized intervention strategies to address these needs.
- Provide individual and group counseling to students.
- Offer crisis intervention and prevention services.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to create a supportive learning environment.
- Advocate for students' rights and needs within the school system and beyond.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you must have NYS certification, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with students, families, and staff.
