The School Social Work Program of Catholic Charities Indianapolis has a part time openings for a school social worker at the elementary school level for the 2021-22 school year. A master’s in social work is preferred for the school social work position. A master’s in counseling or social work is preferred for the SEL interventionist position. Candidates must have or be eligible for a social work license or a school counselor license in the state of Indiana. Job descriptions are attached. Please send resumes to Sharmila John

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER

As a School Social Worker, you will assist the school in meeting the needs of its students, parents/guardians, and teachers. The goal of all direct and individual services is to help students fully develop their potential… socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. This goal will be accomplished by working alongside school staff and serving as a liaison between the school, families, and community organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Accept student referrals and assess psychosocial factors interfering with a student’s adjustment to or success in school.
• Develop and implement a plan of intervention based on the assessment.
• Provide individual and group counseling to students.
• Implement preventive classroom and school-wide programs teaching life

skills and coping strategies.

• Consult with teachers and administrators in planning strategies for change.
• Facilitate a teamwork approach in planning and developing student services.
• Provide brief family counseling and parent education dealing with expectations, behaviors, and family relationships.
• Provide crisis intervention and referral services.
• Serve as a member of the School Crisis Response Team as needed.
• Maintain accurate and complete service delivery records that are relevant to planning, management, and evaluation of services provided.

Requirements · Possess knowledge and understanding basic to the social work/counselor profession. · Ability to identify a professional interest and commitment to school social work practice. · Display effective communication skills in relating to children and families. · Master of Social Work Degree. Meets Social Work Licensing requirements of the State of Indiana. DOE Special Services teacher’s license preferred. Master of Counseling Degree. Meets Licensing requirements of State of Indiana. Experience working with children and families, school experience preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Social Work License/School Counselor License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location