Social Worker - General Pool

Job Description :

The Social Worker strengthens the home / school / community partnership and addresses barriers to student learning. This position serves as a catalyst in promoting student wellbeing and successful completion of school.

The Social Worker facilitates administrative processes; ensures operation in compliance with county, state, and / or federal requirements; provides information on services available to eligible students and families; and conveys information regarding the school and / or district activities, procedures and refers families to other agencies.

This job reports to the Lead Social Worker, the Principal, and division administrators.

ACPS currently has multiple part-time Social Worker positions across our schools, some of which can be combined into a full-time position. School locations include Patrick Henry K-8 School, Mount Vernon Elementary School, and the International Academy at Alexandria City High School

Qualifications :

• Education : Master's degree in Social Work.
• Certificates & Licenses : Valid Virginia Department of Education license with an endorsement in Social Work, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Experience : A minimum of three years' work experience preferred.
• Key Competencies : Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Bilingual preferred (Spanish & English), not required.

Essential Functions :

Salary : Step Placement and Salary for this position is deteremined by The ACPS Teachers and Other Licensed Staff Salary Scale

Clearances :

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