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Job Description
Here’s what you need to know:As a School Social Worker, you will support special education and general education students to reach their fullest academic and social potential. A bit more about you…you have strong organizational skills and are a communications ace. You want to help kids on an individual basis. You’re willing to do whatever it takes to help each student be successful.Here’s what you’ll be doing:- Serve as a case manager to students with identified special needs as well as for students being referred to the Child Study Team.
- Communicate effectively with parents and all stakeholders involved in the IEP process
- Use clinical skills to provide group and individual counseling
- Provide crisis counseling to students and families experiencing mental health and/or social service emergencies
- Deliver behavior management and de-escalation techniques to create a safe school environment for all students.
- Implement behavior intervention plans and monitor student progress in conjunction with the school support team.
Qualifications
Must Haves:- MSW, LSW, or LCSW required.
- CSSW required.
- 1-2 years’ experience in counseling and working with adolescents and families
- Knowledge of community social service resources and how to access them
- Understanding of current rules and regulations regarding child study teams, special education assessments and program requirements
- Unwavering commitment to our students and their success
- Ability to communicate clearly and to invest stakeholders in student goals
- Ability to establish relationships with students and families at all costs
- Solution orientation and ability to bring a new lens to challenging problems
- A high level of organization skills and attention to detail
- This job requires the individual to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, absent a legally required accommodation, pursuant to a New Jersey Executive Order and federal and state guidance
Additional Information
Compensation & BenefitsIn addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, retirement, an optional subsidized wireless plan through Verizon, a school laptop and transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey from the NYC area.KIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer.
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