Social Worker

Social Worker

SUMMARY: School social work services are provided by a professional staff person certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. School social workers develop positive interpersonal relationships between members of the school, parents, students and external agencies. They assist schools in case management, assist with family and student problems and may also serve as attendance officers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES . Other duties may be assigned.

• Instructs individuals and groups in social skill areas as required by the Individualized Educational Program.

• Plans and delivers social skills lessons, using researched-based programs and teaching methods.

• Documents and evaluates student progress based on progress monitoring techniques and observation.

• Monitors students adaptive/behavioral progress when appropriate

• Consults with classroom teachers and other staff as needed.

• Maintains contact with parents of students.

• Adheres to the home school and district’s procedures for safety and discipline.

• Assists in the preparation of: educational records, IEP forms, classroom observation records, and classroom attendance data.

• Conducts or assists in FBAs and the development of positive behavior support plans.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors degree and Masters degree in social work and qualified status as defined by state licensing standards.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Pennsylvania certification with Home and School Visitor or School Social Worker endorsement.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on academic standards and individual objectives that meet the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication. Competent in the use of computer technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently walking and standing while performing the duties of this job. The employee may frequently bend or twist at the neck and back while performing the duties of this job. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and close vision such as to read typewritten material. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds such as student equipment and wheelchairs.

About ESS

As leaders in the education staffing space since 2000, ESS specializes in placing qualified staff in daily, long-term, and permanent K-12 school district positions including substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school support staff. Over the last 23 years, we have innovated education staffing to provide dynamic solutions to school districts and professional opportunities to passionate educators. Our team serves over 5 million students with a pool of 92,000 substitute and permanent employees throughout 34 states. Internally, the ESS team is comprised of 650 individuals with a passion for education working together to ensure our 900 partner districts experience valuable education every day.

We provide our employees with the ability to work in school districts across the country in addition to benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development.

ESS Diversity Statement

ESS continuously works to create an environment where all its employees - regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, age or abilities - can work to the fullest of their potential in a fair and welcoming space. Believing that a diverse company is more innovative and successful, we have embraced diversity to ensure that we are empowered to make sure that “Every day counts” for our employees, the students, and the schools we serve nationwide.

ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.