Proven record of ability to communicate clearly in a friendly and professional manner in person, by phone, and in emails with colleagues, families, and community members from other organizations. Ability to work well with students and parents (Proven record of ability to work well with children, families, community members, and colleagues in a high-paced environment).
Numbers & Facts
Location
South Bend, IN
Description
Position Title: SNAP Social Worker
Immediate Supervisor: SNAP Building Principal/SNAP Supervisor
Qualifications:
Master's in Social Work/Master's in Counseling and/or Master's in Special Education
Special Education experience or licensure is preferred
Knowledge of disabilities and available resources for early childhood special education
Ability to work well with students and parents (Proven record of ability to work well with children, families, community members, and colleagues in a high-paced environment)
Proven record of ability to communicate clearly in a friendly and professional manner in person, by phone, and in emails with colleagues, families, and community members from other organizations
Experience working with diverse populations
Proven record of ability to work well under pressure and meet timelines consistently
Proven record of accuracy and attention to detail in collecting and communicating data
Professionalism in appearance and demeanor
Duties:
Coordinate and attend First Steps Transition Meetings as the school district's LEA representative
LEA representative for cluster B First Steps Transition Committee Meeting
Coordinate schedules, paperwork, data and timelines for two full-time multidisciplinary evaluation teams
Complete intakes for full evaluation referrals after being screened by the SNAP Administrative Assistant
Coordinate medical information for new students/referrals; oversee that health plans are written and implemented in collaboration with school nurses and teachers
Work closely with the Preschool Coordinator and Administrative Assistant to ensure that data is managed on all students from referral to enrollment; ensuring that timelines are met
Manage the SNAP Program email account
Coordinate social services to students, parents, administrators, teachers, and community agencies
Head Start liaison for referrals and services
Manage McKinney-Vento referrals as needed
Manage and provide support to students and families on the IPV list
Serve as point of contact for doctor referrals, community preschool referrals, and daycare referrals
Serves as a member of the teacher support team; regularly attends staffings with teachers to provide support for FBAs and BIPs
Submit abuse and neglect referrals to the Department of Child Services
Referral source for Christ Child and other community resources
Attend case conferences as needed
Schedule and conduct McKinley Early Childhood Center tours for all families new to the district or transitioning from First Steps
Responsible for maintaining resources and materials in the SNAP Family Room
Support teachers and students during arrival and dismissal
Support teachers throughout the day as needed
Liaison between school and home
Other duties as assigned by the SNAP building principal