Social Worker (2026-27 SY)

Purpose Statement
The job of Social Worker is done for the purpose/s of facilitating administrative processes; ensuring
operation in compliance with county, state, and/or federal requirements; providing information on services
available to eligible students and families; conveying information regarding school and/or district activities
and procedures; and referring families to other agencies. This position serves as a key contributor within
the educational team and functions may vary depending upon site assignment.
This job reports to Principal
Essential Functions

• Assesses student and family needs (e.g. financial, housing, parenting skills, etc.) for the purpose of developing and implementing individualized plans of services to support educational objectives.
• Collaborates activities with a variety of outside service agencies, school sites, etc. (e.g. mental health, housing, medical, etc.) for the purpose of providing referrals, materials, and services for families and/or students.
• Coordinates workshops for parents and/or students (e.g. parenting skills, community resources, district programs, social skill development, etc.) for the purpose of assisting parents in maintaining a positive home environment, building trust between family and district, and supporting student's educational program.
• Maintains case records and correspondence with families for the purpose of documenting activities and complying with mandated requirements.
• Mediates conflicts between parents, teachers, and/or students (e.g. parent/teacher, parent/parent, parent/student, student/student, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues that could impede student's success.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. training, IEPs, suspension return meetings with parents, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Performs home visits for the purpose of evaluating student's home situation to assess needed support and services to enhance student's social and academic performance.
• Provides documentation and records to various agencies, stakeholders, and courts (e.g. behavior contracts, truancy records, safety plans, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining communication and compliance with network and various governmental protocols.
• Provides services for students, families, school community, stakeholders, etc. (e.g. grief therapy, suicide risk assessment/prevention, emotional regulation groups, credit recovery, etc.) for the purpose of supporting development of social, emotional, coping, and academic skills required for success in the academic and home environment and overall well-being of the school community.
• Reports suspected abuse/neglect to appropriate local and state authorities for the purpose of protecting at-risk students and maintaining legal compliance.
• Responds to requests for intervention in situations that could negatively impact the student's education plan for the purpose of addressing needs of the student and maximizing the learning environment.
• Responds to inquiries (e.g. students, parents, staff, community agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information on district and community support services, agencies, and/or educational programs.

Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective
functioning of the assigned school site.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in
order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the
functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining
confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with detailed information/data;
and maintaining effective working relationships.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent's, and/or ratios;
review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement
desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based
competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: sociological and educational
principles; pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities/behaviors; knowledge of
community resources; school safety and security practices; stages of child development; and intervention modalities.
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data;
and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of
circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined
methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of
widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues
and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem
solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions
of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining
confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with detailed information/data;
and maintaining effective working relationships.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading,
guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units
is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and
significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 23% sitting, 60% walking, 17% standing. The job is
performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
Experience: Job related experience within a specialized field is required.
Education (Preferred): Masters degree in Social Work preferred.
Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area.

Required Testing

None Specified

Certificates and Licenses

Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability

State license for Social Work

Continuing Educ. / Training

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Clearances
Criminal Background Clearance