Long-Term School Social Worker - Student Support

Easton, Redding, Region 9; Easton (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Easton, Redding & Region 9 School Districts are seeking a certified School Social Worker to support students in educational settings. You will collect and interpret social histories, collaborate with teachers, families, and community resources, and help design service plans to improve academic and behavioral outcomes.

The role involves conducting counseling, participating in IEP/504 planning, leading case management, and acting as a crisis team member to provide timely interventions.

Qualifications

• CT Certification or certifiability as a school social worker is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage, monitor, and facilitate the work responsibilities of school social workers.
• Perform casework services with students and families to resolve behavioral and social skills problems.
• Select and administer age-appropriate assessment methods to determine student needs.
• Consult with teachers and school personnel to obtain information regarding referrals.
• Gather background information on a student's social history via observations, home visits, interviews, and records.
• Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary assessment team for placement decisions and intervention plans.
• Communicate case findings and recommendations to teachers and staff as needed.
• Participate in PPT or 504 meetings and contribute to IEP development.
• Conduct specialized individual and group counseling sessions for students.
• Act as liaison between student, home, school, counseling facilities, and community resources.
• Serve as a member of the school crisis team to provide interventions when necessary.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Counseling skills

Behavioral assessment

Education

CT Certification or certifiability

Job description

Easton, Redding & Region 9 School Districts are seeking a certified School Social Worker to support students in educational settings. You will collect and interpret social histories, collaborate with teachers, families, and community resources, and help design service plans to improve academic and behavioral outcomes.

The role involves conducting counseling, participating in IEP/504 planning, leading case management, and acting as a crisis team member to provide timely interventions.