Hours :
7 : 30am - 3 : 10pm, Monday through Friday
JOB SUMMARY
The Social Worker plays a critical role in enforcing a school culture that embraces positive behavior and promotes a school environment built on positive mental and emotional well-being. The Social Worker will create, implement, and manage the social & emotional learning module and inspire scholars, families, and staff to recognize positive behavior at all levels of the organization. This includes monitoring, tracking, and reporting student behavior and attitudes in the classroom, hallway, cafeteria, bus, and playground.
JOB FUNCTION
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to :
Behavioral Management
- Inspires a school community built on positive behavior and recognition
- Develops positive and professional relationships with scholars and families with the intent to educate families on the values of PSA
- Attends all PBIS training and incorporates PBIS strategies into all levels of the organization
- Establishes and cultivate relationships with staff to empower a positive school culture
Social & Emotional Learning
Fosters a positive culture of learning that infuses social and emotional learning into the classroomCultivates positive and professional relationships with scholars and families particularly around issues of mental and emotional well-beingCollaborates with the school Impact Coaches to identify resources for familiesTracks, case notes, monitors, and reports on all counseling issuesMakes recommendations to the Crisis Management Team as appropriateSKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field preferredHave at least 3 years of experience in an urban settingProficient technology skills in MS Office and other software / programsAbility to accomplish tasks under pressurePrioritizes and follows through on tasks and assignmentsAbility to connect and build positive relationships with students, teachers and familiesEffective verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrates ability to manage time and projects efficientlyCommunicates recommendations and suggestions clearly to all personsHave knowledge of Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports (PBIS) is a plusHave knowledge of best practices and behavior managementServe as a role model for promoting effective instruction and professionalismDemonstrate respect for children, colleagues, parents and school leadership