What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Provo City School District?
Requirements
The job of a 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 and conveying information regarding school and/or district
activities, procedures, and referring families to other agencies.
This job reports to the Director of Student Services or Designee
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet
changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include: analyzing data; applying assessment instruments; classifying data and/or information; facilitating meetings;
operating standard office equipment and office technology; planning and managing projects; preparing and
maintaining accurate records; promoting activities and/or events.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read
a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and
analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: assessment instruments and techniques;
codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; cultural differences of student population; job-related
codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; knowledge of community resources; practicing cultural competency while
working collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals; school safety and security practices; stages of child
development.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job-related
equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing
defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a
diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem
solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent
interpretation; 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; communicating with persons of diverse backgrounds; dealing with frequent interruptions; maintaining
confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; organizing tasks; working as part of a team; working extended
hours; working with detailed information/data; working with frequent interruptions.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or
coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be
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: some
lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and some fine finger
dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 30% walking, and 30% standing. This job is performed in a
generally clean and healthy environment.
Experience:
Education:
Equivalency:
Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.
Master's degree in a job-related area.
Must complete Master of Social Work or other related program and acquire DOPL license and/or
USBE Educator License in the area of Social Work.
Required Testing:
Description
Arranges a variety of tests or assessments (e.g., risk, behavioral, etc.) for the purpose of determining
factors and solutions that will increase student success.
Assesses student and family needs (e.g., financial, medical, behavioral, mental, physical, etc.) for the
purpose of developing and implementing individualized plans of services to support educational
objectives.
Attends work regularly to fulfill duties specific to the assignment for the purpose of providing quality
educational experiences and continuity for assigned students, parents, and the overall school community.
Conducts specialized individual and group counseling sessions for the purpose of addressing specific
emotional, social, and behavioral needs of students.
Consults with parents, teachers, and other school personnel for the purpose of determining causes of
and solutions for student problems.
Coordinates activities with a variety of outside service agencies, school sites, etc. (e.g., mental health,
probation, medical, etc.) for the purpose of providing referrals 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 the child's educational program.
Gathers background information on student's social-emotional history (e.g., observations, home visits,
interviews, review of school records, etc.) for the purpose of providing relevant services and support to
students and their families.
Maintains a variety of electronic and print case records 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, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues that could impede student's success.
Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or
gathering information required to perform functions.
Provides in-service training and workshops for teachers and staff regarding mental health issues and
procedures for the purpose of helping to identify and refer students for additional services and support.
Responds to requests for intervention in situations that could negatively impact the student's education
plan for the purpose of addressing student needs and changing unproductive behavior.
Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information on district support services and/or
educational programs.
Serves as a consultant to school personnel for the purpose of mediating and resolving issues not
referred to outside agencies.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective
functioning of the work unit.
Application Procedure
Continuing Educ. / Training: Clearances
USBE License in Social Work
DOPL Certificate
Continuing Education Requirements
Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
The job of a 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 and conveying information regarding school and/or district
activities, procedures, and referring families to other agencies.
This job reports to the Director of Student Services or Designee
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet
changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include: analyzing data; applying assessment instruments; classifying data and/or information; facilitating meetings;
operating standard office equipment and office technology; planning and managing projects; preparing and
maintaining accurate records; promoting activities and/or events.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read
a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and
analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: assessment instruments and techniques;
codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; cultural differences of student population; job-related
codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; knowledge of community resources; practicing cultural competency while
working collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals; school safety and security practices; stages of child
development.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job-related
equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing
defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a
diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem
solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent
interpretation; 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; communicating with persons of diverse backgrounds; dealing with frequent interruptions; maintaining
confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; organizing tasks; working as part of a team; working extended
hours; working with detailed information/data; working with frequent interruptions.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or
coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be
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: some
lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and some fine finger
dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 30% walking, and 30% standing. This job is performed in a
generally clean and healthy environment.
Experience:
Education:
Equivalency:
Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.
Master's degree in a job-related area.
Must complete Master of Social Work or other related program and acquire DOPL license and/or
USBE Educator License in the area of Social Work.
Required Testing:
Description
Arranges a variety of tests or assessments (e.g., risk, behavioral, etc.) for the purpose of determining
factors and solutions that will increase student success.
Assesses student and family needs (e.g., financial, medical, behavioral, mental, physical, etc.) for the
purpose of developing and implementing individualized plans of services to support educational
objectives.
Attends work regularly to fulfill duties specific to the assignment for the purpose of providing quality
educational experiences and continuity for assigned students, parents, and the overall school community.
Conducts specialized individual and group counseling sessions for the purpose of addressing specific
emotional, social, and behavioral needs of students.
Consults with parents, teachers, and other school personnel for the purpose of determining causes of
and solutions for student problems.
Coordinates activities with a variety of outside service agencies, school sites, etc. (e.g., mental health,
probation, medical, etc.) for the purpose of providing referrals 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 the child's educational program.
Gathers background information on student's social-emotional history (e.g., observations, home visits,
interviews, review of school records, etc.) for the purpose of providing relevant services and support to
students and their families.
Maintains a variety of electronic and print case records 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, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues that could impede student's success.
Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or
gathering information required to perform functions.
Provides in-service training and workshops for teachers and staff regarding mental health issues and
procedures for the purpose of helping to identify and refer students for additional services and support.
Responds to requests for intervention in situations that could negatively impact the student's education
plan for the purpose of addressing student needs and changing unproductive behavior.
Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information on district support services and/or
educational programs.
Serves as a consultant to school personnel for the purpose of mediating and resolving issues not
referred to outside agencies.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective
functioning of the work unit.
Application Procedure
Continuing Educ. / Training: Clearances
USBE License in Social Work
DOPL Certificate
Continuing Education Requirements
Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance