Board of Education, Child Development, Child and Youth Services, Communication Skills, Computer Software, Computer Systems, Consulting, Content Management Systems (CMS), Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Education Regulations, Establish Priorities, Federal Laws and Regulations, Homeless Services, Identify Issues, Leadership, Multitasking, Needs Assessment, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Planning, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Risk Analysis, School Attendance, School Buildings, Side Effects, Social Work, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Training/Teaching, University/School Policies, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Charlotte, NC
POSTED
2 days ago
General Definition of Work
The school social worker, under general supervision, performs professional work related to providing supportive services from a school social work perspective to students. It includes establishing home, community and school linkages, supporting the developmental needs of students, providing counseling for students, consulting with teaching and administrative staff and reducing barriers that may prevent students from graduating. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Principal.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function 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.
Salary/Status
Certified Schedule/Full Time, 10 months
Reports To
Principal
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Assess student and family challenges and create work plans to support identified needs
Utilize data to identify at risk students, recognize school trends and drive programmatic decision making
Monitor effectiveness of interventions on student outcomes
Contribute to identifying and intervening in student attendance concerns
Collaborate with other support team members and school personnel to serve students from a multi-tiered perspective
Recognize and focus on student strengths and utilizes them to develop and enhance leadership qualities in students
Support students with suspected or confirmed mental health challenges by coordinating appropriate services with internal and external resources
Demonstrate leadership by providing services that contribute to a positive school climate, advocating for positive changes in school policies and practices and being a model for ethical professional practice
Facilitate relevant internal and external partnerships that support the school and district's mission
Provide professional development experiences to help staff better understand challenges students face that may interfere with academic success
Enhance the professional capacity of school personnel through consultation and support
Complete social/developmental histories for students being evaluated for Exceptional Children's Services
Encourage parent engagement and explore ways to provide outreach to families and the surrounding school community
Provide responsive crisis support services at the individual, school and district level when needed
Document services provided via the required electronic system and reflect on practice to make necessary adjustments
Attend required professional development opportunities as directed
Perform related work as assigned or required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
In-depth knowledge of child development for students
Knowledge of the impact of mental health challenges, homelessness, poverty and medical problems on student achievement
Thorough knowledge of evidence-based strategies
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional areas
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and strong attention to details
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problems
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to utilize educational data for decision-making
Ability to recommend appropriate strategies for developmental needs
Ability to coordinate and facilitate professional development
Ability to maintain confidentiality with an understanding of the adverse effect on students, parents and CMS when it is broken
Ability to perform duties with an awareness of and adherence to all district requirements, policies and procedures
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, multitask, work independently and meet deadlines
Ability to set standards and measure production
Ability to develop, plan and implement short and long range plans
Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Ability to perceive the impact and implications of decisions
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional areas
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Social Work; Master's degree preferred
Two or more years of school social work experience preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Special Requirements
NC Professional Educator's License in school social work or ability to acquire within required time frame
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings