Social Worker

Position: School Social Worker Supervisor: Coordinator, Special Education Work Site: District Wide Summary: Provide school social work services for students receiving special education as a related service. Provide evaluation , counseling, case management, school staff consultation and serve on the Individual Educational Program (IEP) team member when appropriate.

This job description applies to the following positions: School Social Worker (Clinical) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Participate in multidisciplinary evaluation and planning teams to write, update, and track goals for students receiving special education services. Support and comply with grant, program and/or funding source requirements.

Provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and social skill instruction outlined in student IEPs. Design, implement, and monitor behavior intervention plans (BIPs) for students with significant emotional or behavioral disorders. Work with community agencies to coordinate services for students and families.

Consult with parents, guardians, and outside or community agencies to coordinate resources and bridge home-to-school support. Follow methods of school social work practice appropriate to identify concerns, including direct services and program development. Establish and maintain relationships with other school staff, community agencies, students and their families.

Train and advise general and special education teachers on managing classroom behaviors and accommodating mental health needs Ensure parent participation in the student's educational placement through home visits and other outreach activities. Establish and maintain communication with parents regarding student academic, social and behavioral progress.

Maintain contact with teachers, administrators and other school personnel. Develop and provide in-service programs, as requested, for school, district staff and the community Act as a case manager and coordinate efforts, as appropriate, for the management of individual and group cases. Maintain confidentiality of privileged information.

Prepare and maintain records and reports as required by law, state directive, district policy and administrative regulations. Comply with all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, Public Education Department guidelines, the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics and local, state and federal laws.

Adhere to NM Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession (NMAC 6.60.9.8) Support district and school efforts to keep CCSD safe and secure Perform other job responsibilities as assigned Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position Minimum Qualifications: Master's Degree New Mexico Department of Education license in Social Work (601 License) Current New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners license Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of Dine language, culture, and history preferred Interpersonal skills with diverse populations, in-person and on the phone Physical/Job Requirements: Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills.

Safety and Health: Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect. Completed and cleared background check Pass drug test if required for position Knowledge and compliance with district and school safety plans. Equipment/Material Handled: Multimedia equipment, including current technology Equipment/materials relevant to the job responsibilities Valid driver license and insurable by district if necessary Current defensive driving certificate Work Environment: ?

Various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality ? Work interruptions ? Self-motivated and Flexibility ? Completion of job assignments without direct supervision ? Completion of applications and assignments within the timeframes allowed Weekend and after hour work may be required Term of Employment: Exempt