Job Description:

At Career Success Schools, we are committed to nurturing not only the academic excellence of our students but also their emotional and social well-being. To enhance our supportive environment, we are seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Social Worker with a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. This vital role focuses on addressing the holistic needs of our students by providing essential support and guidance.

To be a successful School Social Worker - MSW, you should be dedicated to assisting our students, compassionate, and caring. You should also be knowledgeable of outside services, such as shelters, food banks, medical care, and clinical care. As a School Social Worker, you will be instrumental in counseling students facing personal and psychological challenges, facilitating their social adjustment, and collaborating with parents and school staff to foster a positive educational experience. Your responsibilities will encompass a broad range of activities—from conducting one-on-one and classroom sessions to addressing critical issues such as school attendance, substance abuse, and teen pregnancy. Through your expertise, you will ensure that our students have the supportive resources they need to thrive both personally and academically.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Apply today to be a cornerstone of change and support in our educational community.

Qualifications:

• A Master's degree in Social Work

• A license or certification to practice Social Work

• Experience in an educational environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Compassion and empathy for patients and students

• Professionalism and discretion

• Good relationships with relevant social services

• Some travel required 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual

• Experience in working with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate thoughts clearly and concisely in both individual and group settings

• Actively promote Career Success Schools and engage in recruitment efforts to attract students

• Possess a deep understanding of counseling techniques, instructional strategies, and behavioral interventions to support student learning and development

• Proficient in individual and group assessment methods, data analysis, and statistical evaluation to enhance educational outcomes

• Familiarity with community resources and ability to facilitate access to support services such as shelters, food banks, and medical facilities

• Extensive knowledge of specific childhood challenges including abuse and depression, with strategies to address these in an educational setting

• Knowledge of the unique physical, psychological, and social changes students experience and a desire to help students grow in these areas

• Well-versed in federal and state educational laws for students with disabilities, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504

• Experience with students who are enrolled in alternative education

• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintaining effective relationships with students, parents, staff, and community partners

• Proactive in problem-solving, eager to take on new responsibilities, and adept at prioritizing tasks in a dynamic environment

• Efficient in addressing and resolving inquiries from students and parents in a positive and timely manner

• Active participation in team discussions, showing openness to new ideas and a cooperative spirit in decision-making processes

• Demonstrate practical expertise and technical proficiency in job-related areas

Interpersonal skills: 

• Uphold the principles of respect, dignity, and fairness in all interactions.

• Active participation in team discussions, showing openness to new ideas and a cooperative spirit in decision-making processes

• Consistently produce thorough, accurate work and adhere to deadlines

• Maintain a positive outlook, support colleagues through constructive communication, and contribute to a supportive work environment

• Offer help when help is needed

• Uphold a high standard of confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Essential Job Functions:

• Counsel students facing personal and psychological challenges that impact their academic performance, behavior, and social integration within the school

• Conduct counseling sessions, develop treatment plans, and organize workshops, while also establishing preventative measures and intervention strategies to support student well-being

• Engage in dialogue with students to identify their needs and areas where they may benefit from additional support or counseling

• Collaborate with teachers and school administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and emotional issues by investigating the underlying causes of their distress

• Facilitate access to external support services for students experiencing economic, emotional, physical, or clinical difficulties, as needed

• Provide targeted assistance to at-risk students and those with disabilities, ensuring they receive the necessary support and accommodations

• Maintain open lines of communication with parents, teachers, and administrators to effectively understand and address the multifaceted challenges faced by students

• Keep accurate and detailed case files and reports to monitor and document students’ progress and any issues encountered

• Initiate clinical referrals to appropriate external professionals when necessary to address more severe mental health or behavioral issues

• Assist students and their families who are affected by abuse, violence, hunger, or homelessness by connecting them with essential resources such as shelters, food banks, medical care, and clinical services

• Perform all other duties as assigned, adapting to the evolving needs of the school and its students