Description
The School Social Worker Intern is a temporary position for candidates enrolled in Social Work programs. Candidates interested in applying for the school specialization position should complete their master's program and be eligible for PDE certification by the start of the following school year. The position may serve placements at the secondary and elementary levels, under the direct supervision of a credentialed School Social Worker. This is a 400-500 hour position, dependent on Social Work program requirements, arranged on a mutually agreed upon schedule. Social work internships are typically unpaid positions; however, the person serving in this position while completing their specialization may be eligible for PA HELPS support if they meet PHEAA requirements and the district receives PA HELPS funding during the 2024-25 school year. A letter of recommendation from the candidate's university supervisor. is required.
JOB GOAL: In collaboration with the principal and school leadership team of assigned schools, provide input in intervention program planning and implementation at the school site; train and coach teachers and other staff in the use of selected intervention curricula and assessments as needed; work collaboratively with other intervention specialists, school staff, parents, and community partners to deliver services to students related to all three tiers of the Multi-tiered System of Supports. Essential and Marginal Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist with the refined design and implementation of a building specific tiered system of academic, behavioral, and non-cognitive supports that begins with exemplary primary instruction and includes interventions within the classroom as well as interventions that extend beyond classroom interventions. Collaborate with Tier Team to develop a seamless system for delivering services to students that are regularly monitored and assessed to ensure effectiveness in providing the highest quality of student intervention support. Provide crisis support as needed across all three levels of the Multi-tiered System of Supports model. Provide information and/or assist families of targeted students with connecting to community and school-based intervention services as needed or requested. Facilitate ongoing communication regarding targeted students with vested parties including parents/guardians, treatment facilities, referral agencies, and School District of Lancaster (including, but not limited to Central Records, Building level staff, student services, and/or Special Education Department) as needed. Conduct home visits as needed to ensure access to relevant supports and services including parental engagement in the support process. Complete student referrals and enter data information for each student; summarize monthly using relevant student information and tracking systems. Provide individual and group counseling/therapy. Develop and coordinate staff & parent information and education components related to academic, behavioral and non-cognitive intervention supports. Prepare reports on the interventions and student progress as required; assist with compiling and reporting on assessment data. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Able to work in a fluid environment: tolerate high levels of ambiguity see multiple view points bring issues and problems to the forefront with a problem-solving orientation willing to change able to navigate multiple systems to achieve best outcomes for students based on student need Maintain a list of school and community resources, interventions and agencies that can be shared with students, staff, parents and partners to assist students with their social, emotional and academic development. Demonstrate sensitivity to students' needs and establish rapport with students, families, partners and staff. Provide assistance in specific skill buildings areas as needed. Work flexible hours; may involve locations at Behavioral Health/Treatment facilities, community organization locations, student homes, and/or other locations off site from SDOL. Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold one of the Pennsylvania Licensures: Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Knowledge of and experience working with Lancaster City/County human services, School District of Lancaster academic, behavioral, and non-cognitive supports; as well as other regional and national best practice evidence based interventions. Knowledge of clinical and educational assessment and ability to advocate for needed support services based on assessment. Strong background working with diverse families. Demonstrated ability in working in partnership with parents, community behavioral health/treatment agencies, and School Districts as part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team. Highly effective presentation and communication skills. Experience facilitating parent and/or educator skill workshops. Bilingual preferred. Other qualifications to the above that the Board may find acceptable and appropriate. Supplemental Information
REPORTS TO: Department of Student Services
SUPERVISES: No direct reports
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full year. Salary to be established by the Board.
EVALUATION: Performance is evaluated in accordance with the Compensation and Performance Evaluation Plan for School and District Leaders.
The School District of Lancaster offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees which may include health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, personal time, and sick leave.
Part-time employees are eligible for benefits based on hours worked.
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