Secondary Social Worker

Sylvania; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a passionate and skilled School Social Worker to join their team at Wayland Union Schools in Michigan. The ideal candidate will provide therapy and support to students, collaborating closely with teachers and parents to ensure the best outcomes for students' social and emotional health.

This role requires a Masters degree in Social Work along with MDE approval, along with a strong understanding of special education rules and student assessment processes. Join us in inspiring the next generation!

Qualifications

• MDE approval as a School Social Worker is required.
• Ability to develop and document IEP’s.
• Ability to work with students individually and in groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to students needing intensive support.
• Consult with teachers and professionals on students' needs.
• Communicate with parents regarding students' safety.

Skills

Knowledge of State and Federal Rules regarding special education

Ability to access students for special education eligibility

Experience with completing functional behavior assessments

Proficiency with technology

Education

Masters degree in Social Work

Job description

At Wayland Union Schools we strive to teach, inspire and challenge our children to become caring contributors, lifelong learners, and critical thinkers prepared to embrace all of tomorrow’s opportunities.

We have established a student focused culture by encouraging collaboration with all employees. We are 1:1 with Apple iPads in grades K-12 and are able to provide our students with support and enrichment that will prepare them for college and/or the workplace. Would you like to be part of a district that only hires the elite to teach and inspire our future? It all starts here!

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Social Work and MDE approval as a School Social Worker
• Knowledge of State and Federal Rules regarding special education and OCR regulations for Section 504
• Ability to access students for special education eligibility and developing and documenting IEP’s
• Ability to work with students both individually and in small group settings
• Proficiency with technology and electronic documentation of student data
• Ability to relate positively with students, parents, staff and administration
• Experience in completing functional behavior assessments and implementing PBSP plans

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Provide therapy to students who have been identified as needing more intensive and ongoing support
• Provide consultation to teachers, administrators, and other professionals regarding the social emotional and behavioral health and needs of students on caseload when appropriate
• Communicate to the parents/guardians of students when necessary to ensure a home-school partnership and for the safety of the students.
• Provide professional development for staff on current mental health and social emotional topics
• Provide parents with information on mental health and social emotional issues affecting their children.
• Keep accurate records as required by law
• Attendance is an essential job function

Terms of Employment:

Wayland Union EA position, CBA available at http://www.waylandunion.org. Contingent upon passing post-offer background checks.