Early Childhood Social Worker

ElevatEd; Beachwood (OH); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ElevatEd is seeking a compassionate and skilled Social Worker in Beachwood, Ohio, to support early childhood learners. This role focuses on fostering a safe and connected learning environment using Conscious Discipline. Responsibilities include direct student support, crisis management, and advocating for emotional needs. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Social Work, relevant licensure, and a deep understanding of early childhood development. Join us to make a difference in students' lives!

Qualifikationen

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field is required.
• Valid State Social Work license (LMSW/LCSW) or School Social Worker certification is needed.
• Understanding of Conscious Discipline and early childhood brain development is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Facilitate emotional regulation using Conscious Discipline techniques.
• Conduct individual and small-group sessions focusing on social-emotional skills.
• Provide immediate trauma-informed de-escalation support.
• Advocate for the child’s social and emotional needs.
• Partner with teachers to integrate Conscious Discipline structures.
• Lead workshops on social and emotional development best practices.

Kenntnisse

Compassionate

Patient

Strong interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Ausbildung

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Valid State Social Work license (LMSW/LCSW)

Jobbeschreibung

We are looking for a kind, compassionate, and caring Social Worker to join our team!

The Early Childhood Social Worker serves as a vital bridge between emotional health and school success. This role focuses on implementing the Conscious Discipline framework to foster a safe, connected, and regulated learning environment for both students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Student Support & Intervention

• Facilitate Emotional Regulation: Utilize Conscious Discipline techniques (e.g., the Brain State Model) to help students move from survival or emotional states to an executive state of learning.
• Direct Support: Conduct individual and small‑group sessions focusing on social‑emotional skills, self‑regulation, and conflict resolution.
• Crisis Management: Provide immediate, trauma‑informed de‑escalation support using the "Safe Place" philosophy and breathing techniques.
• Advocacy: Act as a voice for the child’s social and emotional needs within the classroom and home environment.

Teacher & Staff Collaboration

• Classroom Coaching: Partner with teachers to integrate Conscious Discipline structures, modeling the adult first philosophy.
• Modeling Practices: Demonstrate how to transform discipline encounters into teaching moments for life skills.
• Professional Development: Lead workshops on best practice in the field of social and emotional development and the powers/skills of Conscious Discipline.
• Consultation: Assist teachers in interpreting challenging behaviors as "calls for help" and developing individualized behavior plans.

Family & Community Engagement

• Home‑School Connection: Educate parents and caregivers on Conscious Discipline principles to ensure consistency between home and school environments.
• Resource Coordination: Connect families with community mental health resources, medical services, and basic needs support.
• Transition Support: Assist families and students with the transition into early childhood programs or into elementary school settings.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field.
• Licensure: Valid State Social Work license (LMSW/LCSW) or School Social Worker certification.
• Expertise: Deep understanding of Conscious Discipline (certification preferred) and early childhood brain development.
• Approach: Compassionate, patient, and able to maintain a calm presence in high‑stress situations.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for effectively collaborating with diverse teams of educators and families.