What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Windham Public Schools?
Social Worker JobID : 5853Position Type : Special Education / Pupil Services / School Social Worker : General EdDate Posted : 8 / 5 / 2024Location : Windham Center Elementary SchoolPosition Description School Social Workers are trained mental health professionals who can assist with mental health concerns, behavioral concerns, positive behavioral support, academic, and classroom support, consultation with teachers, parents, and administrators as well as provide individual and group counseling / therapy. In addition, the School Social Worker communicates with parents; provide social / emotional / behavioral supports and or consultation to maximize the students' learning experience. Windham Public Schools is a welcoming learning environment where all students are prepared for college and career. All educators must be excited about working with diverse populations, and eager to collaborate with colleagues.Essential Functions : Adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional ResponsibilityEnsures safety of studentsImplements the Windham Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directivesProvides case management services including, but not limited to, referrals to community resources, collaboration with other professionalsAdvocates for student services and students’ best interestsMaintains accurate and complete records as requiredProvides direct therapeutic services such as individual, family or group therapy regarding specific issuesConducts home visits to foster good engagement with students and familiesAttends parent / teacher conferencesAssess student learning on continual basis and identifies areas of intervention if neededFollow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Windham Board of EducationMaintains respect for confidential informationDesign instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as neededMaintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the educator and learnerMaintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behaviorMaintain ongoing communication with parentsPractices in accordance with the Standards for School Social Work Practice in Connecticut, as developed by the Connecticut State Department of Education.Other duties as assigned by Administrator and / or SuperintendentOther Duties and Responsibilities : Establish and maintain professional relationshipsProvides staff with essential information to better understand factors (cultural, societal, economic, familial, health, etc.) affecting a student’s performance and behaviorHelps the school district receive adequate support from social and mental health agenciesParticipates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievementQualifications / Certificates : Bilingual (Spanish / English) preferred.Active subject matter certificate as required by the Connecticut State Department of EducationCT Certification (071) School Social WorkerExperience working with a diverse student demographicSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and / or Windham Board of Education may find appropriateRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Ability to foster and facilitate learning and classroom managementKnowledge of Social Work principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven behavior management methods.Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsAbility to work effectively with othersOrganizational and problem solving skillsExcellent public relations skillsDays : Monday – FridaySalary : In accordance with the WFT contractClick to Apply at : WindhamPublicSchools () WINDHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of the Windham Public Schools to ensure equal employment opportunity to every person regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual preference or physical and mental disability; and to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual preference, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities.
