Middle School Social Worker

ServingSchools; Topsham (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ServingSchools is looking for a dedicated Middle School Social Worker to join its community in Topsham, ME. The role involves providing emotional support and guidance to middle school students, fostering a positive school environment, and collaborating with families and staff to address the needs of students. Qualified candidates will hold a Master's Degree in Social Work and relevant licensure, aiming to empower students in their academic and personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits Plan

Professional Development Reimbursement

Medical and Dental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Experience in social work and counseling preferred.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff and families.
• Skilled at connecting with Middle School students' families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver support services to students and families.
• Coordinate and implement effective plans for at-risk students.
• Facilitate individual counseling and group sessions.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

LCSW or LCPC licensure

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Welcome to Maine School Administrative District #75 (MSAD 75)

Serving Maine’s Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more than 600 faculty and staff members.

MSAD 75 is seeking a Social Worker at Mt. Ararat Middle School to join our vibrant educational community. Together, we can inspire the next generation of learners and leaders.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive school guidance/social worker program which provides services to students, their families and district staff in order to fully develop individual student potential, working within the service framework of legal and recognized professional standards and in accordance with district policy.
• Supports school-wide behavioral initiatives (Multi Tiered System of School Supports/School-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports /Individual PBIS Plans) to establish a positive climate by fostering tolerance, understanding and appreciation of diversity in the school community to increase productivity, safety and learning.
• Effectively manages all accompanying responsibilities for the delivery of a successful district guidance/ school social worker program.
• Meets weekly with school based administration and guidance team for peer supervision and problem solving
• Provide support and deliver developmental guidance program (ex. Social –emotional curriculum in all classrooms).
• Works closely with members of the Special Education/MTSS Team to develop and implement effective plans for “At-Risk” and Special Education students.
• Coordinate, create and support 504 plans for students.
• Assists in Social Emotional programming for students with significant IEPs.
• Facilitates individual counseling/group sessions to help students deal with relationships and solve personal/family problems, to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior, and to provide peer support. (Ex. divorce, death, self-esteem, friendship, etc.)
• Performs case management service relating to student maladjustments, including development of programs to identify student needs, analyze situations, formulate a reasoned conclusion as to a preferred course of action, and provide and/or refer for services to affect a remedy. (Ex. anger management, impulse control, etc.)
• Provides social work and direct counseling as an educationally related service to students in special education and therapeutic programs; and consultation and support to staff and school administration.
• Sees the benefit of and is skilled at connecting with Middle School students' families and/or caregivers, while helping to foster a problem-solving, collaborative partnership between adults and kids.
• Helping to engage kids in solving the problems that affect their lives.
  
  

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work.
• LCSW or LCPC licensure.
• Preferred successful experience in social work and professional training in child development/counseling, consultation and factors influencing the learning process.
• Flexible, confident and mature decision-maker.
• Ability to work in a professional manner and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, students, district staff, parents, and community service providers.
• Ability to perform duties while working cooperatively with the staff and district in fulfilling the district’s vision, mission and guiding principles.
• State of Maine Department of Education background check (CHRC) authorization.
• MANDT Trained (or willing to be trained).
  
  

How To Apply For CHRC/Certification

Why MSAD 75?

• Professional Growth: At MSAD 75, employees grow professionally, build strong relationships, and help shape the future of our community one student at a time.
• Supportive Environment: We strive to build an environment that is diverse in perspectives, talents, backgrounds, and experiences.
• Comprehensive Benefits: MSAD 75 offers a Flexible Benefits Plan, including medical and dental coverage, flexible spending account (FSA), 403(b) & 457(b) plans, MainePERS, employee assistance program (EAP), professional development reimbursement, paid time off and more!
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: The Orion Performing Arts Center provides a cultural beacon in the region, offering first-rate live performances and enriching experiences for both staff and students.
  
  

MSAD 75 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, ancestry, or disability in its employment or in the administration of its educational policies and programs.

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