What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker-Fall River MA Area position at TECCA?
200 faculty and staff, serving our diverse population of approximately 3,000 students in Grades K–12 from cities and towns across Massachusetts.
Position and Responsibilities:
? Provides outreach to individual students and families in support of improved engagement in a virtual learning environment
? Conduct in-home visits to support student’s effective learning environment and structures
? Provide support to parents/caretakers in fulfilling responsibilities and for whose children are having major problems in school
? Consult with Administration in enrollment cases
? Communicate/liaison to students’ special programs as transition in/out of TECCA warrants
? Maintains accurate records regarding student interactions
? Advocate for students, parents, and the school system
? Develop and file ADF or CRAs with the court system as necessary
? Work with students who have McKinney Vento Status to ensure they have the resources/support needed to be successful
? Communicate to Stakeholders the nature of TECCA programs and supports ? Work toward developing positive relations between TECCA and the state-wide network of social/emotional support agencies
? Continually demonstrate an understanding of ethics as it relates to confidentiality and best practices when working with students and their families
? Consult and contribute to the TECCA Team in support of student’s growth and achievement and address mutual concerns
? Work with staff to develop effective educational plans for at-risk students ? Facilitate cooperation between the systems providing service for students with multiple needs (i.e. outside therapists, special education, and guidance staff.)
? Develop and implement plans to enhance students’ school success
? Assess and report child abuse and neglect situations
? Will serve as a member of the Crisis Response & Intervention Team
? May participate in Special Education and Section 504 Meetings
? Serves as liaison between outside service agencies and school-based personnel ? Contribute to the development of special programs in conjunction with other staff to improve the social and emotional well-being of students
? Participate in programs and professional organizations to maintain current knowledge in the field of social work
? Demonstrate a willingness to grow professionally and contribute to the educational processes at TECCA
? Other duties outlined in the Employee Policy Manual and as assigned
Salary : $85,000
