School Social Worker and Family Support Counselor

ACES - Association of Charter Schools Education Services; Peñasco (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ACES - Association of Charter Schools Education Services in New Mexico is seeking a school-based social worker to provide mental health services, assessments, and counseling to students and families. The role involves collaboration with diagnostic teams and educational planning committees to support student adjustment and success.

The position requires administering individual and group counseling, home visits, crisis intervention, and case management while coordinating with school staff and

Qualifications

• Ability to apply current research and theory to instructional planning
• Plan and implement student-focused social work services
• Build effective relationships with students, families, and staff
• Provide individual and group counseling and crisis intervention

Responsibilities

• Perform casework with individual students to address maladjustment affecting progress
• Coordinate or serve on diagnostic teams for planning committees and provide assessment information
• Consult with staff to modify behavior plans and collaborate on modification strategies
• Make home visits to gather background information and support families
• Mobilize school and community resources to support student learning and adjustment

Skills

School Social Work

Collaboration

Assessment

Communication

Education

MSW preferred

New Mexico Public Education Department Social Worker License

New Mexico Social Worker’s Board License

Job description

ACES - Association of Charter Schools Education Services in New Mexico is seeking a school-based social worker to provide mental health services, assessments, and counseling to students and families. The role involves collaboration with diagnostic teams and educational planning committees to support student adjustment and success.

The position requires administering individual and group counseling, home visits, crisis intervention, and case management while coordinating with school staff and