School Social Worker Candidate Pool

About the role

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan , please visit our website and our careers page . Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students! ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date p rior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely . Job Posting End Date: Reminder: Current permanent and temporary employees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site. Under the direction of the Instructional Facilitator of Social Work Services, the School Social Worker utilizes specialized expertise in understanding family and community systems to link students and their families with services essential to promoting student well-being. As part of Student Support Programs within the Department of Program Innovation and Student Well-Being, this position provides a variety of professional school social work services to students and their families to address social, emotional, and environmental issues that impact academic performance. In collaboration with school-based problem-solving teams, the School Social Worker assists with coordination of school-based mental health services and provides recommendations to support improved student academic and behavioral performance. Ideal candidates for this position believe in a strengths-based approach to support student achievement. They value diverse perspectives and demonstrate commitment to providing culturally competent services to meet the needs of students, families, schools, and communities.

Requirements

• Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy .
• Education:
• Graduation from a Council on Social Work Education (or CSWE) accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Social Work
• Have, or be eligible for, a valid Maryland Educators Certificate with an endorsement as a School Social Worker.
• Minimum of three (3) years post-MSW experience.
• Certification/Licensure:
• Certification as a Licensed Social Worker at the Master's Level of Social Work or higher :
• Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW)
• Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C)
• Previous school social work experience.
• Experience in the mental health field.
• Experience providing direct social work services to children and families.
• ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
• The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
• Assesses needs and provides direct services to students and families regarding the social, emotional, behavioral and mental health interventions to support student achievement and well-being. Direct services and interventions may include individual and group therapy.
• Identifies barriers to student learning and receiving support services outside of school and facilitates access to school-based mental health services in assigned schools.
• Utilizes a multi-tiered system of supports and restorative practices to determine appropriate intervention strategies, including a range of therapeutic services, with students and families.
• Provides clinical support and consultation to school teams during mental health crises and risk assessments.
• Mobilizes and coordinates community resources for students and families to address academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.
• Functions as a liaison between the family, the school, and community clinicians based in schools, regarding the child's educational needs and social-emotional progress.

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