- An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
- A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students.
- A love for building relationships and being on a collaborative team.
- The willingness to be a humble change agent.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Conducts assessments and evaluations in accordance with family and student rights.
- Uses student, family, and school assessment results to identify needs affecting student learning.
- Provides social work counseling to students and parents.
- Conducts psycho-social assessment and diagnosis of behavior disabilities, offering recommendations and interventions within school, home, and community settings.
- Makes referrals to public or private agencies with appropriate follow-up.
- Serves as a liaison between school, family, and community resources.
- Participates in Child Study Process and IEP process as required.
- Collaborates with other pupil personnel workers, school personnel, and community agencies in case conferences.
- Works with students individually to address personal problems related to home, family, health, and emotional adjustment.
- Participates in the development of instructional policies and regulations.
- Collaborates with Health Education Teachers to implement the Academy's sex education program.
- Conforms to the National Association of Social Work (NASW) Code of Ethics and Standards for School Social Work practice.
- Engages in appropriate professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Maintains and administers the student records system in compliance with regulations and confidentiality.
- Assumes responsibility for the orderliness and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.
- Organizes time, resources, energy, and workload to fulfill responsibilities effectively.
- Provides in-service training for staff in guidance programs, student conflict resolution, and self-awareness programs.
- Participates in appropriate professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills.
- Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.
- Valid state certificate as School Counselor, or School Social Worker.
- Approval issued through the Office of Special Education.
- Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
- Knowledge of and ability to follow and implement the Individualized ("IEP") process.
- Knowledge of and skills working with students from all backgrounds.
- Demonstrated competence in all areas of focus.
- Social work case reporting and writing skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to counsel students, parents, and staff, individually and in groups.
- Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
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School Social Worker - Southfield, United States - Choice Schools
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionSchool Social Worker
At Bradford Academy, the top priority will always remain the same - the students. Building a safe community allows our staff and families to lean on each other to invest in every child's educational journey. Our 13-year commitment is a promise to our families to equip each child with the tools and skills needed to walk across the stage at graduation. We are looking for talented and dedicated educators like you to help us see that promise through.
A successful candidate for this position has:
As the School Social Worker, your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assessments and Evaluation:
Counseling and Psycho-Social Support:
Student Support and Referrals:
Case Conferences and Collaboration:
Personal and Emotional Well-being:
Policy Development and Education Programs:
Professional Development and Ethics:
Record Keeping and Facilities:
Time Management and Responsibilities:
Additional Responsibilities:
Job Goal: To promote understanding of the emotional and social development of children and the influences of family, community, and cultural differences on student success, along with the implementation of effective intervention strategies. This position will support and uphold the mission and vision of the environmental academy.
Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:
Minimum Requirements:
Desired Requirements:
Work Location: 24218 Garner St, Southfield, MI 48033
Compensation & Benefits -
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, a competitive 401(K) plan, professional development, and much more. View our full list of benefits here -
Please contact Nadia Samaha, with any questions.
Working for Choice Schools Associates
Bradford Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Scholar Model, Bradford Academy is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding scholar schools within the state. The Scholar Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.
Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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