Integrates knowledge and skills that are relevant to the 21st Century (OPTIONAL) Performs related duties as assigned CONSULTATION Clarifies social and counseling services that are available through the school and the community Acts as a resource person for the growth and development of scholars Assists parents with developing realistic perceptions of their children's aptitudes, abilities, interests, attitudes, and development in terms of educational and occupational planning and social progress Shares appropriate information with staff members while maintaining confidentiality Participates in staff meetings and case conferences Identifies pupils with special needs and makes appropriate referrals Assists teachers with gathering materials and planning activities for classroom guidance Recommends changes of class(es) or school, special tutoring, or other treatment to effect a remedy Serves as a liaison between the school and community resources, such as family service agencies, child guidance clinics, protective services, doctors and ministers Serves as a consultant to school personnel with respect to children or situations which are not referred for direct service GUIDANCE Conducts family background profiles to illustrate social service needs Heads a guidance activity with a small group of scholars identified as needing social services Works with individual scholars in the area of guidance Articulates services available between the community's social service agencies and the school EVALUATION Evaluates school social worker programs, using data retrieved from placements and/or agency referrals MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to multitask Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time Ability to prioritize and organize Ability to exercise judgment in accordance with established procedures Ability to communicate with district personnel of all levels Ability to independently with limited supervision and as part of a team Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent professional social work degree from an accredited graduate school of social work One (1) year of field instruction (internship) in a school system, or one (1) year of employment as a school social worker, or one (1) year of individual and group work with children and families Required Licenses and Certifications: Valid Arizona Social Worker License and ADE Certification or ADE Certified School Counselor Valid Arizona Driver's License DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.