What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anticipated Social Worker position at Warrensburg School District?
- Develop intervention strategies to increase academic success.
- Provide crisis and short-term intervention services
- Advocate the needs of high risk students within the confines of the policies and procedures adopted by the district.
JobID: 2616
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Social Worker (BS)
Student Support Services/Social Worker (BS)
Date Posted:
2/25/2025
2/25/2025
Location:
Sterling Elementary School
Sterling Elementary School
Date Available:
08/11/2025
08/11/2025
Position:
School Social Worker
To Whom Responsible:
Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, Building Administrators
For Whom/What Responsible:
Establishing relationships with students and parents who need assistance with school related issues. Assisting faculty and administrators in the implementation of programs for at risk children. Identifying and disseminating information regarding community programs which meet specific needs of students and their families.
Qualifications:
Degree: B.S. in Social Work or related appropriate degree. Preferred Experience:
Background in the needs and operation of public schools. Teaching experience preferred.
Background in the needs and operation of public schools. Teaching experience preferred.
Primary Responsibilities:
To serve as a support system for students and parents who are in need of assistance with any aspect of the public school system.
ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS:
STUDENTS
4. Assist with conflict resolution and anger management.
5. Help the student develop appropriate social interaction skills.
6. Assist the student in understanding and accepting self and others.
PARENTS
7. Interview the families to assess problems affecting the student’s educational
achievement and adjustments.
8. Provide information and assist in contacting available community agencies which may
assist in meeting the needs of high risk students.
9. Work with parents to facilitate their support to their children’s school adjustment.
10. Alleviate family stress to enable the child to function more effectively in school and in
the community.
11. Educate parents regarding the social, emotional, physical and academic needs of
child.
FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION
12. Develop positive interpersonal relationships with students, families, staff and
community.
13. Completes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent or
designee.
14. Identify factors in a child’s living situation (home, school, and community) which
impinge upon his/her education.
15. Help the system respond effectively to each child’s needs, by coordinating and
consulting with school personnel and community agencies.
16. Serve as a part of the multidisciplinary team by participating in special education
assessment meetings as well as IEP meetings.
17. Prepare social history assessments to determine factors which my affect a
student’s ability to learn.
18. Advocate for new and improved community / school services to meet the needs
of students and families.
19. Use discretion in regards to confidentiality.
20. Provide staff with essential information to better understand factors (cultural,
societal, economic, familial, health, etc.) affecting a student’s performance
and behavior.
21. Assess students with mental health concerns.
22. Assist teachers in classroom management skills through classroom observations.
23. Provide direct support to staff.
24. Act as a consultant to school personnel regarding abuse and neglect cases.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
The district School Social Worker will be employed for a term of 185 days. Compensation is according to education and related experience, and will be reviewed annually. All full-time employee benefits will be offered.
EVALUATION
The performance of the district Social Worker will be evaluated by the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services with input from appropriate building principals and in accordance with Board policy for Performance Based Evaluation.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Please complete online application: www.warrensburgr6.org
Warrensburg R-VI Schools
P.O. Box 638
Warrensburg, Missouri 64093
(660)747-7823
The Warrensburg R-VI School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or deny services on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, handicapping condition, marital status, national origin, parental status, race, religion, participation in constitutionally protected activities, or veteran status. Any questions regarding Title IX, Section 504, the Family Medical and Leave Act, or the Americans with Disabilities Act should be directed to an assistant superintendent of the Warrensburg district at the above address and telephone number. If special needs exist as addressed in the Americans with Disabilities Act which require this publication in an alternative format, the district may be contacted at the above address. Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate these special needs.
