Social Worker Licensed Master

LUBBOCK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

LUBBOCK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks an ECI Licensed Master of Social Work to provide case management and SST services for developmentally delayed children (0-3) and their families under the ECI program.

You will collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff, attend IFSP meetings, and coordinate services across catchment and district programs. This role requires LMSW, Texas license, and travel within the catchment.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master's degree in social work from an accredited program.
• Social Work Licensure (LMSW) required.
• Valid Texas Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the assessment process for children referred for services due to delayed and/or atypical social-emotional behaviors.
• Participates in IFSP meetings for children exhibiting atypical social-emotional behavior for sharing essential assessment information and assisting with IFSP development.
• Prepares written recommendations for children with diagnosed atypical behaviors and their families to be shared with parent and/or primary caregivers, appropriate staff and related personnel.
• Collaborates with teachers, case managers, parents and other identified team members regarding the social-emotional status and program concerns of children identified as behavior disordered.
• Coordinates and serves as facilitator for ECI parent groups.
• Serves as a primary and secondary service coordinator (case manager) for all children assigned to their caseload including children with behaviors concerns.

Skills

LMSW licensure

Bachelor's/ Master's in Social Work

Texas Driver's License

Education

Master's/ Doctorate in Social Work

Job description

Job Title: ECI Licensed Master of Social Work

Wage/Hour Status

Reports to: Program Administrator

Pay Grade: AP3

Dept./School: ECI DEBT Program/LISD E221

Length Of Contract

Dated: May 13, 2021

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master's Degree from an accredited social work program.
• Social Work Licensure (LMSW).
• Valid Texas Driver's License

Job Goal

Provides case management, specialized skills training (SST) and social work services for developmentally delayed children (0 3) and their families as identified in the Individualized Family Service Plan. These services will include parent training/support through groups and in the home, family education, family counseling and the full array of Early Childhood Intervention social work services. Travels in the assigned area of catchment to deliver services. Travels (as approved by the Program Administrator) outside of the cathment for staff development.

Major Duties

• Participates in the assessment process for children referred for services due to delayed and /or atypical social emotional behaviors.
• Participates in IFSP meetings for children exhibiting atypical social-emotional behavior for sharing essential assessment information and assisting with IFSP development.
• Prepares written recommendations for children with diagnosed atypical behaviors and their families to be shared with parent and/or primary caregivers, appropriate staff and related personnel.
• Collaborates on an ongoing basis with teachers, case managers, parents and other identified team members regarding the social-emotional status and program concerns of children identified as behavior disordered.
• Coordinates and serves as facilitator for ECI parent groups.
• Serves as a primary and secondary service coordinator (case manager) for all children assigned to their caseload including children with behaviors concerns and/or families with dysfunctional practices and patterns of parenting.
• Completes daily sheets, mileage logs and meets timelines for documentation as required.
• Participates in interagency program planning efforts as requested by Director.

Additional Requirements This Position Requires The Following

• Must be able to work within a modified transdisciplinary team approach.
• Must be able to maintain flexibility needed to meet parent/family needs and program logistics.
• Must have the ability to work in variable environments related to temperature, humidity, degrees of cleanliness/order and around other environmental factors and elements.
• Must have the physical ability to do moderate to heavy lifting (up to 35 lbs.), light to moderate carrying (up to 35 lbs.), talking, bending, kneeling, floor-sitting, pulling, reaching, grasping, pushing, stooping, walking, standing, sitting, climbing, occasional running and the ability to move with agility in order to carry out IFSP services.
• Must be able to utilize technology in order to complete the job. Understand and use Microsoft Office products, Google productivity products (drive, sheets, docs, calendar and meets), telehealth platforms such as Zoom, Teams, and Google meets.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of \"state-of-the-art\" social work practices used to help families of children (0 3) who are developmentally delayed.
• Knowledge regarding the impact of social-emotional conditions on child growth and development.
• Background in working with parents/families of children whose parenting skills are limited, inappropriate and/or dysfunctional.
• Understanding of the IFSP process.
• Knowledge of methods for assessment child personal-social needs.
• Insight into the availability of social services and resources for the children and families (SSI/CIDC/Medicaid/StarCare/etc.).
• Strong, sensitive communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work harmoniously in team settings and with other staff.
• Knowledge of general community health policies.
• Knowledge of assistive technology used to improve the child's quality of life.
• Ability to help staff understand the impact of social delays/voids in the life of a child and family and effective strategies for environmental enrichment.

General Employment Requirements

• Support and align work with the mission, vision, and beliefs of the district.
• Follow and support board policies in areas of related responsibility.
• Ensure district resources are managed effectively to maximize resources for student learning.
• Share in the development and implementation of district success plans.
• Actively participate in ongoing development to improve work quality and district contribution.
• Model integrity, work ethic, and professionalism as a suitable example for LISD students.

Appraisal

Performance of this job will be appraised in accordance with Board Policy DNA. This job description/appraisal form is the instrument to be used for appraisal of this position. Appraisal is a continuous process designed to improve the quality of performance and may affect the recommendation for employment. A performance scale from 5 to 1 will be utilized. 5 = Clearly Outstanding; 4 = Exceeds Expectations; 3 = Meets Expectations; 2 = Below Expectations; 1 = Unsatisfactory; 0 = Not Applicable.