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School Social Worker Full Time $80-$90

ACM Staffers · Southington, CT · 1 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$70–$80/hrFull-time
School Social Worker Position Summary ACM Staffers is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and student-centered School Social Worker to provide social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health support to students in a school-based setting. The School Social Worker will work closely with students, families, teachers, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams to identify barriers to student success and provide appropriate interventions and support. Requirements Responsibilities Provide individual and small-group counseling to studentsSupport students experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, family, or mental health challengesConduct assessments and contribute to the development of appropriate student interventionsParticipate in IEP, 504, Student Support Team, and multidisciplinary meetings as appropriateDevelop and monitor social-emotional and behavioral goals and interventionsProvide crisis intervention and support students experiencing acute emotional or behavioral concernsCollaborate with school psychologists, counselors, special education teachers, BCBAs, related-service providers, teachers, and administratorsCommunicate and collaborate with parents and caregivers regarding student needs and progressConnect students and families with appropriate school and community-based resourcesSupport students experiencing attendance concerns, homelessness, family transitions, trauma, peer difficulties, or other barriers to academic successMaintain accurate and timely documentation, progress notes, service logs, and other required recordsSupport school-wide initiatives related to SEL, positive school climate, restorative practices, inclusion, and student well-beingMaintain student confidentiality and comply with applicable school, state, and federal requirements Qualifications Master's degree in Social Work or a related fieldAppropriate state licensure/credential required for the school-based positionSchool-based or pediatric experience preferred, but strong candidates with relevant clinical experience are encouraged to applyKnowledge of special education, IEPs, social-emotional learning, behavioral interventions, and trauma-informed practices preferredExcellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skillsAbility to develop positive relationships with students and families from diverse backgroundsStrong organizational and documentation skillsCommitment to creating a safe, supportive, culturally responsive, and inclusive school environment Benefits 1099 Employee $70-$80/hour

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