School Social Worker 1.0 FTE

Position Type:
Student Support Services/School Social Worker

Date Posted:
12/11/2024

Location:
Grosse Pointe North High School

Date Available:
01/06/2025

District:
Grosse Pointe Public Schools
POSITION DESCRIPTION

The School Social Worker is primarily responsible for supporting the social, psychological, biological, and academic development of the students. The School Social Worker provides biological, psychological, and sociological assessment information for individual students; coordinates with all members of the educational community to develop and implement intervention strategies that address various student needs; and helps promote a healthy, safe, and caring educational environment.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS
Master in Social Work, MDE full licensure approval
Friendly, outgoing personality that thrives on relationship building;
Highly-developed organizational, planning, and time management skills;
Implements and follows through on simultaneous projects and tasks;
Displays pleasant, professional demeanor at all times;
Contributes to the development of a positive, supportive environment; and,
Maintains knowledge of changing trends and best practices in the field of social work and puts this learning into action in the schools.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to implement and instruct established Grosse Pointe Curriculum
Includes culturally diverse themes in lessons and instruction, including historical or other information as to cultures having significant impact on the world, nation or community.
Conducts assessments and evaluations in accordance with family and student rights;
Addresses the needs of the school, student, families, and community by collaborating with team members from the schools;
Promotes family support of students' learning experience within the context of multicultural understanding and competencies;
Provides services to students in ways that build upon individual strengths and offers students maximum opportunities to participate in the planning and direction of their own learning experience;
Maintains accurate case records and documentation;
Maintains current knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations and abides by said laws and regulations with emphasis on persons with disabilities, child welfare, mental health, confidentiality, and student and parent rights;
Organizes time, resources, energy, and workload in order to meet responsibilities;
Utilizes research and technologies to assist students, families, schools, and communities;
The SSW will prioritize supporting students with disabilities, while supporting the MTSS process when possible;
The SSW will conduct, implement, and analyze student Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.
Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.
Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.
Occasional bending, kneeling, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs.
Prolonged periods sitting and working on the computer to complete necessary paperwork.
Note:

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Compensation:

Salary is based on the GPEA CBA, which may or may not recognize previous professional teaching experience. GPEA Members are also eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health/dental/vision/life and long-term disability insurance. Membership in the Michigan Public Schools Employee Retirement System michigan.gov/ors. Additional information regarding employer sponsored health care plans can be found at: /gpschools.org/Page/18976

Selection Procedure:

Applications will be accepted until vacancy is filled
The successful candidate must meet State standard for a clear criminal history and provide mandated fingerprint clearance.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

School Social Worker 1.0 FTE

School Social Worker 1.0 FTE

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