POSITION: STUDENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST – (FTE 1.0)
LOCATION: MINNESOTA VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

To apply: https://www.applitrack.com/mtcs/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?district=mtcs&category=Support Staff

Description: The Student Support Specialist is responsible to collaborate with teachers, directors and other administrative personnel to provide the highest caliber of services to students. The Support Specialist will work to maximize school success for students by impacting their personal, social and emotional needs at home, school and in the community.

Job Summary:

• Assess student functioning, both formally and informally, in home, school and community, identifying factors that may negatively impact his or her education while also assessing student strengths.
• Provide counseling to individuals, groups and families using appropriate therapeutic strategies.
• Promote consistent school attendance.
• Provide crisis intervention services for students, demonstrating skill in diagnosing and recommending appropriate treatment for mental health/behavioral needs.
• Consult and collaborate effectively with community agencies and other mental health professionals to coordinate services.
• Actively participate in multidisciplinary teams, and provide consultation to school personnel regarding home, neighborhood and community conditions that may affect student well-being.
• Demonstrate knowledge of district, state and federal policies, including due process guidelines and child abuse/neglect reporting.
• Maintain records in a manner consistent with district practices.
• Work efficiently, cooperatively, and effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment and with a variety of groups including students, parents, general education staff, behavior specialists, and outside agencies
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work well with persons of different cultures, races, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Develop program components to meet student needs on a continual basis.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with students, schools, parents, and outside agencies about students’ needs utilizing these linkages to develop effective school program components.
• Refer, initiate, and write student evaluations as appropriate.
• Participate in child study meetings as necessary.
• Other job related duties as assigned.
• Uphold the ethical standards of the Social Work profession.

Qualifications:

• Experience providing services in a virtual environment
• Ability to work with a wide variety of students in a calm, patient, understanding, creative, flexible, student-centered environment
• Skill in planning, organizing and writing evaluations in a multi-disciplinary team within timeline constraints
• Good human relation skills, team player and professional demeanor
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Proficient with basic computer programs including but not limited to Google and Microsoft Office products
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information at all times.

Hours:
M-F, regular school hours
*Although the position does have some opportunities to work remotely, candidates should know that there will be required times on a regular basis to report to either or school offices in Roseville or at times our district offices in South Minneapolis.

About Minnesota Transitions Charter School:
Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTS) is a unique collaboration of charter schools that help each learner make the transition from classroom to post-secondary/career and meet the responsibilities of a changing future. We were one of the nation’s early leaders in charter school development. Charter schools offer the chance for parents to choose the best education possible for their family. Special education and EL services are provided wherever needed in all of our programs. MTS offers a learning environment emphasizing small classes as well as strong career training and academic preparation. We offer a traditional High School with many career options, Middle School and Elementary School as well as a Virtual High School, Connections Academy (a virtual K-12 program), Banaadir Academy which has a focus on serving Somali students and P.E.A.S.E. (Peers Enjoying A Sober Education) Academy, High School which serves students in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. Learn more at www.mtcs.org

Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS) does not discriminate in employment or in any of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, age or genetic information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint Paul, MN 55113: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Paul, MN 55113