Special Education Social Worker

Full/Part-time positions available

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current State Licensure as a Social Worker/Counselor in one of the following areas:
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Conditional Clinical Social Worker
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors, Licensed Conditional Clinical Professional Counselors
• School Psychologist
• Licensed Psychologist
• Board Certified Bahavior Analyst
• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor
• Certified Alcohol and Drug counselor

Education and/or Experience:

• Master's Degree in an approved social work/counseling area from an accredited university - required
• Main Certification or eligibility for certification as a Social Worker/Counselor - required
• Experience working with students ina school setting - preferred
• Knowledge of various social/emotional/behavioral disorders, comunication strategies, & social skills - preferred
• Experience with IEP (Individualized Education Program) development & implementation - preferred

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for students with social/emotional/behavioral disorders & delays
• Ability to manage a caseload, keep detailed recoreds, and report on student progress
• Comfort with adapting startegies and interventions to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners
• Flexibility and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced school environment

Job Requirements:

• Assessment and Evaluation:  Conduct assessments to identify students' needs & develop appropriate treatment plans
• Individualized Therapy:  Provide direct therapy and consultation services to students with identified needs
• Multidisciplinary Teamwork Collaboration, and Consultation:  Work closely with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support the development & implementation of individualized strategies for student success
• IEP Development, Progress Monitoring, & Reporting:  Actively participate in IEP meetings, contribute to goal setting, & track student progress; Maintain accurate recoreds of therapy, assessment, billing, & progress reports
• Behavioral Support:  Provide interventions that support students in both academic & functional areas
• Professional Development:  Participate in ongoing training & professional development

We welcome newly qualified candidates in one of the Social Work/Counseling areas, including those seeking Conditional Clinical Placement