What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary School Social Worker, Bucks County position at Social Work PRN?
Description Elementary School Social Worker needed for full-time, temporary position in Bucks County.Monday to Friday, 8 : 45 am to 3 : 45 pmFebruary to April 2025The School Social Worker collaborates with educational staff, students, families, and communityresources to address factors impacting student learning. Their primary role is to identify and assessstudent needs through behavioral assessments, case management, and advocacy. They help studentsmaximize educational opportunities, manage stress, and develop decision-making skills while addressingenvironmental barriers to learning.For parents, School Social Workers provide guidance on navigating school policies, understanding specialeducation programs, meeting children's social-emotional needs, and accessing community resources.They support schools by addressing cultural, economic, familial, and health factors affecting students,optimizing resources, and promoting a safe learning environment.Additional services include interagency coordination, case management for at-risk students, communityreferrals, direct interventions like counseling and behavioral planning, and participation inmultidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated support for students and families.Position Requirements MSW and the ability to relate effectively to students, staff, and parents. Ability to serve in a liaisoncapacity between school and community resources. Ability to interpret the function of communityagencies to parents, teachers, and specialists.This position is currently accepting applications.
