Secondary School Social Worker

SUMMARY:

The General Education School Social Worker serves as a vital support for students, families, and school systems by addressing barriers to learning through assessment, counseling, case management, crisis response, program development, and collaboration with school and community resources. Utilizing a strong foundation in human behavior, cultural competence, and educational best practices, the General Education School Social Worker fosters a positive school climate and promotes student success.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties may be assigned)

• Identify students who require additional care through assessments, referrals, staff collaboration, GoGuardian Beacon alerts, and Student Support Team (SST) recommendations.

• Provide individual and group counseling to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs impacting academic performance.

• Develop and implement individualized plans of care for students based on assessments and identified needs.

• Fulfill all responsibilities associated with C4S Grant requirements.

• Respond to student crises including emotional trauma, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and self-harm situations at both Lee High School and East Lee Campus.

• Serve as an active member of district teams, including but not limited to: BTAM Team, Crisis Management Team, MTSS/PBIS Teams, SIT SEB Teams, and School Improvement Teams at Lee High School and East Lee Campus.

• Act as a coach and support resource for the implementation of RULER, the district's identified social-emotional learning curriculum.

• Assist in planning and coordinating PBIS assemblies, positive behavior initiatives, and attendance incentive events.

• Collaborate with building administration, intervention teams, and staff to support the SST process and identification of students needing interventions.

• Co-facilitate the 504 Plan process, providing consultation and family engagement support.

• Partner with district McKinney-Vento Liaisons and Kent School Services Network (KSSN) personnel to connect students and families to appropriate resources.

• Serve as a member of East Lee Campus' Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT) when onsite.

• Assist in school programming that supports student engagement and mental health, including orientation sessions, parent-teacher conferences, and graduation events.

• Maintain timely, accurate, confidential records and documentation in compliance with legal and district policies.

• Actively pursue professional growth through workshops, conferences, training sessions, and ongoing study of best practices in school mental health.

• Adhere to district policies, board regulations, and legal requirements.

• Perform additional related duties as assigned by district or building administration.

SKILL-BASED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong counseling, case management, and crisis intervention skills.

• Ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Proficient in using technology for case management, communication, and student support monitoring (e.g., GoGuardian, student information systems).

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple demands in a dynamic school environment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:

• Knowledge and awareness of one’s own cultural identity and its influence on practice.

• Ability to work with diverse populations and implement culturally responsive intervention strategies.

• Commitment to creating equitable outcomes for all students.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Required: Master’s degree in Social Work (MSSW) with certification as a School Social Worker.

• Preferred: Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

• Preferred: Experience in a school setting supporting students' social-emotional and behavioral needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, walking, and speaking with students, families, and staff.

• Must be able to physically respond quickly to crisis situations and emergencies.

• Occasional lifting of supplies, event materials, or equipment up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to travel between multiple school sites within the district as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Full-time, school year position with occasional evening or weekend responsibilities for student and parent events.

• Work performed in a standard school setting, with frequent movement between classrooms, offices, and community locations.

• Flexibility required to respond to student needs and school crises during the workday.