Social Worker - Early Childhood & Transition Programs

Applitrack; Stillwater (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 105,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Salary range based on contract

Job summary

Stillwater Area Public Schools is seeking a Social Worker for Early Childhood Special Education and Bridge Transition Program. The position is .50 FTE (.2 ECSE and .3 Transition) for 192 days per year, with duties spanning coordination of family, school and community resources to maximize program benefits.

The role requires Minnesota PELSB licensure as a School Social Worker; a Bachelor's in an education discipline is required, with a Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• School Social Worker licensure issued by the State of Minnesota PELSB.
• Bachelor's degree in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Early Childhood Intervention social workers are part of an interdisciplinary team that includes early childhood special education teachers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists and school nurse.
• Social workers who work in Early Childhood Intervention programs provide consultation services that may include home visits to parents or guardians, or discussions with other involved professionals, such as psychologists or doctors regarding the care and treatment of a child.
• Works with staff to enhance professional development to create a learning community for teachers by ensuring opportunities for learning through co-teaching, team teaching and mentoring.
• Information and referral services are provided by early intervention social workers throughout the course of a child's treatment.
• Increase community partnerships, family engagement and resource sharing with already established community groups and others by providing scheduled meetings/engagement sessions on early childhood development and district services.
• Provides information to students and parents about services available within the district and community, making referrals to community providers as appropriate.

Skills

Social worker licensure

Education

Bachelor's degree in education discipline

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Stillwater Area Public Schools is seeking a Social Worker for Early Childhood Special Education and Bridge Transition Program. The position is .50 FTE (.2 ECSE and .3 Transition) for 192 days per year, with duties spanning coordination of family, school and community resources to maximize program benefits.

The role requires Minnesota PELSB licensure as a School Social Worker; a Bachelor's in an education discipline is required, with a Master’s degree preferred.