School Social Worker, Summer Program
Full Time
Schenectady, NY 12303
$33 an hour
Posted
Job description
School Social Worker, Summer Program
July 3- August 11
Pay rate is $33/hr
Please include resume
Requirements
Education/Experience:
Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university recognized by the State of New York.
Certificates and Licenses:
NYS Certification as a Social Worker and LMSW; LCSW preferred
Who We Are Looking For:
Wildwood Programs, a proud provider of multiple services for people with disabilities, is looking for a School Social Worker who especially embraces the last tenant of Wildwood Program's values: HOLISM; and truly believes that the emotional well being of each student is as important as the learning they are meant to do.
The Successful Candidat e will exhibit professionalism and creativity, while working with the children and their families to enhance growth in the areas of self-expression and self-esteem, personal care and safety, relationships and interaction, problem-solving and conflict resolution.
The Successful Candidat e will exhibit professionalism and creativity, while working with the children and their families to enhance growth in the areas of self-expression and self-esteem, personal care and safety, relationships and interaction, problem-solving and conflict resolution.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: (Other duties may be assigned)
- Individual, group and crisis counseling
- Promote social skills development, emotional growth and situational counseling within classroom and community activities
- Participate in developing IEPs and report cards
- Support parents and teachers in addressing issues; consult with school personnel regarding students or situations.
- Build and maintain a professional relationship with families to address emotional needs, behavioral concerns, medical issues, future planning, community linkage, and other challenges faced by families with a disabled child.
- Work collaboratively with other professions to develop comprehensive education plan and services that address the needs of the whole child.
Core Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):
- Familiarity with Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Internet, and Database software.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret IEPs; journals, professional reports, and legal documents
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to write reports & responses to family members; and other written expressions as needed.
- Ability to effectively communicate and present information to children and adults - 1 to1 and in groups.
Additional Requirements:
A valid New York State Driver’s License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
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