The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.

District Wide Social Worker

Description

We are looking for a School Social Worker to work to support the Mental Health and Social/Emotional Needs of Students across the District.

POSITION: School Social Worker

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, School Psychologist, or other licensed Mental Health Provider
• Experience working in schools with students with emotional and behavioral health needs
• Experience working in a therapeutic and/or school setting
• Licensed by DESE as School Social Worker and/or State Licensing Agency as Licensed Social Worker

REPORTS TO: Director of SEL and Counseling

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Individual and group therapy with identified students
• Consultation with staff including coaching and professional development on social/emotional curricula
• Caregiver/family trainings and outreach
• Clinical crisis intervention, including assessment and facilitation of hospitalizations when necessary
• Case Management
• Participation in student IEP/Team Meetings
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of SEL and Counseling

Additional Skills:

• Experience with data collection and reporting
• Ability to support improved academic achievement for targeted students

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.