Social Worker- CCDC Great Valley

A vacancy for a Social Worker currently exists within the Student Services Division of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. The position will be located at the Child & Career Development Center- Great Valley Campus in Malvern, PA. Come join this team in providing a caring, nurturing learning environment, which encourages and enables all children to experience success.

Are you motivated to create brighter futures for students, families, and the entire community? If so, we want you on Team CCIU! At the CCIU, we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day, and we know that achieving success together takes a team approach! We strive to hire exceptional, motivated, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond. If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don’t wait – apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!

Summary Of Position

This is a project staff within the Division of Student Services assigned to the Child and Career Development Center- Great Valley Campus. The Social Worker will be responsible for providing resources to families and will act as a liaison between school, community agencies, and home. The Social Worker will be responsible for tracking student attendance and making home visits.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Student Support and Counseling
• Provide individual and group counseling to students facing emotional, social, or behavioral issues.
• Develop intervention strategies to help students overcome personal and academic challenges.
• Support students dealing with trauma, family issues, bullying, or mental health needs.
• Crisis Intervention
• Respond to immediate crises such as abuse reports, suicidal ideation, or school-wide emergencies.
• Provide short-term counseling and make referrals for long-term support when needed.
• Coordinate with crisis response teams and follow intermediate unit protocols.
• Assessment and Evaluation
• Collaborate with IEP teams in creating Functional Behavior Assessments and Positive Behavior Support Plans.
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and 504 planning.
• Family Support and Engagement
• Communicate with families to strengthen the school-home connection.
• Offer resources for mental health services, housing assistance, food security, and other family needs.
• Facilitate parent education workshops on topics like bullying prevention, mental health, and parenting strategies.
• Advocacy and Case Management
• Coordinate with external agencies such as child protective services, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
• Staff Consultation and Training
• Consult with teachers, administrators, and staff about best practices for supporting students' mental health and social needs.
• Provide training sessions on trauma-informed care, restorative practices, and cultural competency.
• Program Development
• Create and implement prevention and intervention programs (e.g., anti-bullying initiatives, mental health awareness campaigns).
• Evaluate and adjust programs based on school needs and outcomes.
• Record Keeping and Compliance
• Maintain confidential and detailed records according to state and federal laws.
• Complete required documentation for interventions, assessments, and referrals.
• Stay updated with legal requirements (such as FERPA, IDEA, and child welfare laws).
• Collaboration
• Serve as a liaison between school, home, and community.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams including counselors, psychologists, special education staff, and administrators.
• Promoting Equity and Inclusion
• Address barriers to education related to poverty, disability, race, gender, and other factors.
• Advocate for inclusive practices that support all students' learning and development.
• Additional responsibilities
• All other responsibilities as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• Education and Experience
• MA in social work or related field required
• Experience working in schools
• Experience working with community agencies servicing children
• Professional Certifications
• Licensed social worker or licensed clinical social worker required
  

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 210 days/year (211 during the first year)

Salary

Project, Band 14, $55,715.42 - $69,644.88/yr.

• Salary is based on years of direct experience in a comparable role.
  
  

210 day position, 7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week

Location:

Child & Career Development Center- Great Valley

40 Moores Rd, Malvern, PA 19355

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.