School Social Worker: Student Support & Wellness Advocate

Young World Physical Education; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Elizabeth City, NC, seeks a School Social Worker who will create nurturing relationships with students to enhance academic success. The role involves collaborating with staff and community agencies to alleviate barriers that affect learning.

The ideal candidate will hold a North Carolina School Social Worker License or have the ability to obtain one, and be committed to assessing and addressing social, emotional, or familial challenges affecting student performance.

Qualifications

• Assess and identify students with social, emotional, behavioral, or familial challenges.
• Conduct home visits and provide crisis intervention.
• Collaborate to develop individual intervention plans.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate case files and documentation.
• Serve as a liaison between school, home, and community.
• Assist in crisis planning and response efforts.

Skills

Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the social work profession

Ability to collaborate with administrators, teachers, and specialists

Effective communication with students, families, and staff

Knowledge of North Carolina Standard Course of Study

Ability to collect and analyze student data

Education

NC School Social Worker License or Ability to Obtain a License

Job description

Young World Physical Education in Elizabeth City, NC, seeks a School Social Worker who will create nurturing relationships with students to enhance academic success. The role involves collaborating with staff and community agencies to alleviate barriers that affect learning.

The ideal candidate will hold a North Carolina School Social Worker License or have the ability to obtain one, and be committed to assessing and addressing social, emotional, or familial challenges affecting student performance.