School Social Worker 1.0 (Elementary Level)

Young World Physical Education; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to provide essential social work services at the elementary level. This role involves collaborating with staff, families, and community agencies to support student well-being and academic success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social work, crisis intervention, and counseling, with a focus on developing positive behavioral supports and individualized educational plans. Join a mission-driven team committed to fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Provide social work services to students and collaborate with staff.
• Assist in designing and implementing Individual Educational Plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct social histories and observations to assist special education teams.
• Develop and evaluate prevention and intervention programs.

Skills

Social Work

Crisis Intervention

Counseling

Behavioral Support

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Rhode Island School Social Worker Certificate

Job description

School Social Worker 1.0 (Elementary Level)

School Social Worker 1.0 (Elementary Level)

Bristol Warren Regional School District Bristol Warren Regional School District - Bristol, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps Guiteras Elementary School - Bristol, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps Hugh Cole Elementary School - Warren, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 4979561
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 29, 2025

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE:SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER THIS IS A ONE YEAR-GRANT FUNDED POSITION through June 2025
Assignment is at the Elementary Level

QUALIFICATIONS:

Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) School School Social Worker Certificate

POSITION SUMMARY:
The position of school social worker is to provide school social work services to and on behalf of
students in addition to collaborating with school staff and community agencies in order to
maximize overall /MTSS participation and independence in the school setting. The school social
worker may function as a member of the Evaluation Team, IEP team, Crisis Intervention Team
and MTSS Team. The school social worker offers social skill and emotional development
through either direct contact with students, families or consultation with other professionals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Adheres to the policies of the Bristol Warren Regional School Department
Adheres to special education policies and completes relevant paperwork
Attends and actively contributes to 504, MTSS, and special education meetings
Promotes the attainment of the District's mission, vision, and strategic plan
Displays strong and deep knowledge of subject matter content
Understands how knowledge is constructed within the discipline
Applies current research-based best instructional practices and strategies to help students access
the curriculum
Communicates high and clear expectations for students
Integrates technology to more effectively deliver school psychology services
Promotes deep understanding of content by addressing unique learning styles and assists teams
and teachers in adapting instruction to meet the needs of all students
Assists teams in designing and implementing Individual Educational plans to meet the unique
needs of students with disabilities
Develops, with colleagues, appropriate academic, behavioral, and social/emotional goals for
students
Promotes and utilizes positive behavioral supports
Conducts social histories and formal student observations to assist special education teams in
decision-making, shares findings with key stakeholders, and interprets assessment data in order to
understand the academic, biological, and developmental issues that impact student performance.
Function as a liaison with school, community, family and student when indicated, to link school
and community services
Collaborates with outside providers and agencies to coordinate supports to students and families
Actively supports and assists MTSS teams in adhering to a problem-solving model during
meetings, assists in the selection of evidence-based interventions, and helps teams design a plan to
monitor student progress
Uses student data in treatment/intervention design and adjusts service delivery based on results of
ongoing progress monitoring
Collaborates and consults with staff, parents, administration and the school community in
providing information about the developmental stages of children and adolescents, linking this
knowledge to how various social-emotional, environmental, biological, cultural, and experiential
variables can impact student achievement
Provides direct student service including, but not limited to, individual counseling, group skills
instruction, behavioral intervention support, and crisis intervention
Develops, implements, and evaluates prevention and intervention programs based on the
recognized factors that are precursors to learning and behavioral difficulties
Communicates regularly with students and parents regarding the student’s academic, behavioral,
social, and emotional status; communicates immediately with both when there are concerns
Makes referrals to existing community resources and provides follow-up services.
Serves as a resource to building-level staff and administrators regarding the behavioral and
social/emotional well-being of students
Takes responsibility for personal professional growth
Other duties as assigned by the Building Administrator or Director of Pupil Personnel Services

Equal Opportunity Employer
Bristol Warren Regional School Department is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participates in an equal opportunity investigation. Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Student Services > Social Worker

Welcome to Bristol Warren Regional School District, Guiteras Elementary School, Hugh Cole Elementary School

The mission of the Bristol Warren Regional School District is to educate our students for lifetime success focusing on our core beliefs of respect, responsibility, integrity and learning., Guiteras School is a high performing and commended school. The school is situated on Bristol Harbor and Silver Creek off of Route 114 in Bristol., The mission of the Hugh Cole School in partnership with our learning community is to nurture lifelong learners in a safe environment where students are empowered with the knowledge and skills to be successful in our increasingly complex world.

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application Questions

There are no application questions required for this job posting.

Contact Information

• Keith Swist , Acting Principal
• 35 Washington Street
• Bristol, Rhode Island 02809
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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