Licensed Social Worker

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our PreK-12 team!
Award-Winning District * 5 Outstanding Schools * Competitive Salaries * Incentives * Paid Holidays & Leave * Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources * Professional Development
Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students' Lives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Social Work
• Valid state licensed or certification as a Social Worker:
• Arizona Department of Education School Social Worker, PreK-12, certificate
• LMSW: Licensed Masters Social Worker
• LCSW: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Experience working with children and adolescents in an educational setting, preferred.
• Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of students and their families, including home visits if necessary
• Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A School Social Worker plays a crucial role in providing support and guidance to students, families, and educators. Primary responsibility includes addressing the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students; and helping students succeed academically and personally. This position works closely with the school community to identify and assess unique challenges that students face, develop intervention strategies, and connect students with external resources as needed.

1. Provide individual and group counseling to students dealing with emotional, social, and behavioral issues.
2. Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify and evaluate the unique needs of students and design appropriate intervention plans.
3. Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to develop and implement strategies to address student behavior and improve academic performance.
4. Advocate for students and their families by helping them navigate and access community resources, such as mental health services or housing assistance.
5. Support the development and implementation of school-wide initiatives aimed at fostering a safe and inclusive environment.
6. Serve as a liaison between the school and external organizations, such as the Department of Child Safety, to ensure the holistic well-being of students.
7. Provide crisis intervention and counseling services to students experiencing traumatic events or emotional distress.
8. Satisfy 504/IEP/BIP accommodations/counseling services, as needed, when consulted with prior to accommodations/services being applied to 504/IEP/BIP.
9. Assist with disciplinary interventions when requested by administrators.
10. Coordinate school programs that address the physical needs of students and their families such as food, clothing, and shelter and holiday assistance.
11. Provide direct services to Exceptional Students/General Education Students and their families (given parent permission), within a multi-cultural framework, by providing therapeutic interventions, counseling, crisis intervention (i.e.: self-injury, suicide ideation, child abuse, grief/loss), and support groups.
12. Participate as an active member of the Student Success Team (SST) for all students with behavioral/emotional concerns.
13. Assist with the coordination and implementation of PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Support).
14. Serve on the School Crisis Intervention Team.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
VIEW INITIAL WAGE PLACEMENT PLAN
WORK YEAR: 9 Month/School year/196 day contract
**BENEFITS** SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan. For more details, please visit the Join Our Team and Benefits web pages.

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or 520-515-2700.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• School

Work Location: In person

Salary : $36,000 - $44,000