School Social Worker-Temporary

Buffalo Public Schools; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Buffalo is seeking a School Social Worker to support students with disabilities and promote their growth. This role requires a New York State Social Work certification and a minimum of two years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include facilitating services for students, conducting home visitations, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. The position is temporary and salary will follow the teacher's salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold a New York State Social Work certification.
• Preference for Licensed Clinical Social Work Certification (LCSW).
• At least two years of social work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Establish environment for individual growth and positive self-image.
• Facilitate ongoing services for students with disabilities.
• Conduct home visitations and gather social histories.
• Schedule and conduct home visitation conferences; obtain consents for CSE; gather social histories.

Skills

New York State certification in Social Work

LCSW certification preferred

Experience in alternative education

Experience in clinical support

Therapeutic modalities

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

LCSW preferred

Job description

School Social Worker - Various Locations (Temporary)

The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Pascal Mubenga is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of School Social Worker.

How to Apply

Click the "APPLY" button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the application is completed, click the “Submit” button. Your application will be kept on file for one year. Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

Qualifications

Candidates must be New York State certified in Social Work. They must attach a PDF or a screenshot of their certifications. Preference is given to those who hold a Licensed Clinical Social Work Certification (LCSW). A minimum of two (2) years of social work experience, with at least one (1) year experience working with an alternative education or community/school collaboration is preferable. Candidates should have experience in providing clinical support and demonstrating ability in a wide range of therapeutic modalities.

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to, establishing an environment to enhance individual growth and promote a positive self‑image; processing and facilitating ongoing services for students with disabilities and their families; social skill development, and educational opportunities and acting as a key member of an interdisciplinary team consisting of instructional personnel, psychologists, counselors, and other team members as required. The social worker will schedule and conduct home visitation conferences, obtain consents for students referred to the CSE, and gather comprehensive social histories for students. The social worker will administer adaptive behavior and parental checklist measures, secure outside data needed to prepare for CSE meetings, and perform classroom observations when needed. The social worker will work individually or in groups with students in need of support services and counseling, offer strategies and support to parents, serve as a consultant to teachers, implement PBS, and perform any assigned duties as deemed necessary and appropriate.

Appointment

Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews will be scheduled where appropriate.

Salary

Teacher's salary schedule.

FUND #: Pending Funding

FINAL DATE FOR FILING: TBD

DR. PASCAL MUBENGA
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York State and/or federal non‑discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non‑discrimination policies should be directed to [e-mail] or to Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 [phone].