Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
At KIPP Indy, we believe our students’ character and emotional growth is linked inextricably to their academic progress. We are looking for a Social Worker to partner with families, students, and staff to create and implement plans that provide differentiated support for students KIPP Indy. The Social Worker will be a critical part of the KIPP Indy team working directly with our students to ensure they have the support necessary to succeed inside and outside of school. An ideal candidate will be knowledgeable of and respectful for the culture of the community served, support and advocate for students and families from a trauma informed lens, and collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders in supporting students and families in accessing resources.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Manage aspects of referral process for social services and community partners including :
- Manage aspects of referral process for social services and community partners including :
- Conducting regular assessments of student and family needs, using the data to create a vision for comprehensive student support in partnership with external stakeholder
- Assist with student retention through strategic home-visits
- Referring individuals and families to external resources and services and supporting families in accessing these resources
- Home visits for newly enrolled and current students, as appropriate;
- Workshops to educate families, staff, and / or students on specific issues
- Administering records, documentation, and other compliance activities
Provide direct services to the school community, including :
Providing regular one-on-one counseling or group counseling to students and familiesMeeting regularly with students who have mandated counseling in their IEPsEnsuring a safe, positive environment in group and one-on-one counseling sessionsProviding crisis intervention as neededManaging, tracking, and documenting student interactions and counseling scheduleSetting goals with students and tracking progress towards those goalsCollaborating regularly with teachers and staff to meet student’s needIdentifying and supporting students and families who are identified as being displaced in setting up transportation to and from school and connecting with community resourcesCommunicating consistently with families and students who are identified as being displaced in order to keep up with their situation and connect them with any potential resourcesAdditional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
Consulting with the school-based leadership team to develop comprehensive supports and interventions to students who are presenting challenging behaviorCommunicating with students, families, and colleagues, and respond to family concerns promptly and effectivelyParticipating in team meetings, school-wide activities, professional development and other eventsProviding recommendations to the staff and leadership team around approaches to working with struggling studentsDisplaying the highest ethical and professional behavior and confidentiality when working with students, parents and staffCOMPETENCIES
Expresses belief in all students potential to complete college and succeed in lifeArticulates and teaches the organization’s vision, mission, values, and goalsDemonstrates knowledge of the cultures of our community while creating an inclusive environment that values diversity and differencesFocuses on resultsHolds themselves and others accountable to achieving planned milestonesTakes responsibility for mistakes and learns from successes and failurePerseveres through significant challenges to reach goalsDemonstrates flexibility when plans or situations change unexpectedly and adjust plansManages time and resources effectivelyDemonstrate effective oral and written communication in working with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities and colleaguesQualifications : Qualifications
Masters in Social Work required (LCSW preferred)At least 4 years experience in the fieldSpanish Speaking (preferred)Experience in working within a school environment or extensive work with children, teenagers, and young adultsExperience in therapeutic modalities related to children and families in traditionally underserved communities, including assessment and treatment of traumaDemonstrates a strong work ethic, extensive knowledge of child and adolescent development, and a documented track record of personal and professional successAdditional Information
The starting salary for this position is $62,000.
Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a highly competitive benefits package. Opportunities for performance-based bonuses are also available.
KIPP Indy Legacy High is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
