School Social Worker 

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Job Overview: Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School is seeking a School Social Worker to provide interventions and support consistent with polyvagal theory and trauma-informed practices to students experiencing social/emotional/behavioral challenges. The School Social Worker will deliver individual and/or group counseling and therapy; consult with classroom teachers, behavior support staff, and administrators; and develop/ leverage partnerships and resources to support students and their families with unique needs that impact overall educational access and performance. The School Social Worker will participate as a member of various multidisciplinary teams to make informed decisions that will result in students being able to access the learning environment and the curriculum, while having the opportunity to make meaningful educational progress. The School Social Worker will also serve as the Homeless Liaison, the Attendance Liaison, and Member of the School’s Crisis Response Team. 

Reports To: The School Social Worker is a member of the Student Services Team, and as a trained mental health professional under the supervision of the Director of Student Services

Responsibilities and Duties

Assessments and Case Management

• Gathers background information on students’ social history by conducting behavioral observations, making home visits, conducting interviews, and reviewing school records
• Selects and administers age appropriate assessment methods and materials in order to determine the needs of students
• Develops and submits comprehensive socio-cultural assessment reports that address the reason for referral and include appropriate recommendations, within established timelines
• Conducts risk assessments and develops corresponding safety plans, as appropriate
•  Ascertain and address the needs of students and families in crisis
• Provides follow-up support and periodic re-evaluation services as necessary
• Compiles/submits monthly reports and service trackers and maintains accurate case records
• Carries out casework services with students and their families to help address students’ social/emotional/behavioral challenges
• Communicates case findings and recommendations to teachers and other school personnel as needed
• Conducts specialized individual and group counseling sessions to address specific social/emotional/ behavioral needs of students
• Maintains adequate and current testing materials 

IEP / 504 / RTI / Gender Support Plans

• Participates in the Response to Intervention (RTI) Process to include referrals, RTI Team meetings, the development and implementation of RTI Plans, and the monitoring and reporting of progress toward RTI goals
• Develops, as necessary, gender support plans which create a shared understanding among school staff, parents and a student about the ways in which the student's authentic gender will be accounted for and supported at school
• Schedules and facilitates Student Support Team meetings for the purposes of gender support 

Training 

• Provides in-service training and workshops for teachers and staff regarding mental health issues and proper procedures for the identification and referral of students
• Organizes and conducts specialized programs to include parent training classes, student support activities, and identified social/emotional curricula

Behavior Support 

• Provide age appropriate proactive behavior strategies to teachers (proximity, clear routines and expectations, taking a break, positive language, etc.) and students (self-regulation skills, mindfulness, role-play, etc.) to mitigate or manage possible disruptions or behavior challenges
• Functions as a member of the school mental health team

Referrals and Reporting

• Promptly reports known or suspected child abuse or neglect, consistent with Mandated Reporting requirements
• Makes required referrals of educational neglect to the Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA), consistent with compulsory attendance laws and procedures in the District of Columbia, as outlined in the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (DCMR)
• Serves as a liaison between the student, home, school, private counseling facilities, and community resources such as social services, court services, and family service agencies (acts as CFSA Liaison)

Homeless Liaison 

• Ensures that families experiencing housing instability are connected with appropriate agencies for support, follows up as necessary

Other

• Provides relevant updates to Student Support Team regarding support for relevant populations (i.e. homeless, gender support, attendance)
• Models non-discriminatory practices and commitment to race and equity in all activities

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills and Values

Qualifications

• Experience in public schools and with implementing IEPs and 504 plans strongly preferred
• Master’s Degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program
• Hold a current Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) or Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed and Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) license in the District of Columbia

Desired Competencies of a Worthy Candidate

• demonstrates active listening

• maintains confidentiality
• displays exemplary planning and organizational skills
• evidences emotional intelligence 
• exhibits cultural competence and racial literacy
• exhibits critical thinking skills
• shows effective oral and written communication skills

Skills and Values: 

• Demonstrated ability to be an independent solutions-oriented problem-solver
• Commitment to demonstrate love and joy towards students, colleagues, and the work
• Willing, hard-working attitude with a growth mindset toward self, students, and colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of personal work and the school mission
• Strong commitment to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion and creating an anti-racist school environment
• Capacity to embody the characteristics of a Community Steward by practicing six community building virtues and values every day: 1) Empathy, 2) Speak your truth, 3) Perseverance, 4) Inquiry, 5) Collaboration, and 6) Appreciation

Other Job Details

• Schedule: 8am to 4:30pm (may be required to attend meetings after student dismissal)
• Location: Network, will work across both campuses 
• Position Type: This is a 12-month salaried or hourly position which is exempt and therefore not eligible for overtime pay under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act
• Employment subject to TB test, fingerprinting and background check

What we offer

Mundo Verde cares for and values our phenomenal staff and provides the following:

• A competitive salary based on one’s education and experience 
• A Tier 1 school home in which to inspire children in a progressive environment
• An opportunity to be a part of developing compassionate global stewards and life-long biliterate learners
• Colleagues who are devoted to their practice, their students, and the school mission
• A leadership team dedicated to supporting professional growth by providing feedback and support 
• A 3-4 week summer institute and other professional development opportunities as available
• Microcredentials (competency-based certification in a specific skill or set of skills related to his/her position and the goals of Mundo Verde). 
• FT salaried: A benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short/long-term and life insurance, employer contributions to a 401(k), a transportation stipend, and paid time off (10 days of PTO: 7 Sick, 3 Personal), off on winter break, spring break and holidays scheduled in the school calendar. 

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MVBPCS is an equal opportunity employer.