About this role
Full-Time 185 Day Contract Monday - Friday Salary: $61,575 minimum - $94,083 maximum base + Benefits THIS POSITION WILL BE HIRED AS EITHER A SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER OR A SCHOOL COUNSELOR DEPENDING ON THE CERTIFICATION AND ENDORSEMENT. Job Title: School Social Worker Revised Date: February 28, 2024
Department: Student Services FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Year: 185 Days Salary Schedule: CTEA
PURPOSE STATEMENT: The School Social Worker is responsible for providing comprehensive social work services to students, families, school staff, the school district, and the community. This includes engagement, assessment, intervention, evaluation, and advocacy with the goal of helping students improve their academic achievement and social, emotional, and behavioral competence.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Collaborate with students' educational team for the purpose of interpreting assessment data related to the identification of possible educational disabilities.
• Conduct formal and/or informal social, emotional, and behavioral assessments for special education evaluations, and incorporate assessment data in developing and implementing individualized programs and interventions for the purpose of enhancing students' abilities to benefit from educational experiences.
• Participate in the development of student IEP measurable goals and objectives for the purpose of ensuring student access to the district curriculum and instruction on state standards and benchmarks.
• Using a multi-tiered approach, provide culturally responsive and evidence-informed social, emotional, and/or behavioral interventions (e.g. counseling; conflict resolution; problem solving; peer relationships; stress management; bullying/violence prevention; anger management; restorative conferencing; crisis assessment, intervention and prevention; etc.) with the goal of enhancing student social, emotional, behavioral, and academic outcomes.
• Collect, analyze, synthesize, and disseminate data related to social work practice as well as conduct ongoing evaluation/monitoring to determine the level of effectiveness of interventions and adjust interventions as needed.
• Consult with staff regarding behavioral management techniques and strategies, functional behavioral assessments, affective development as well as social, emotional, behavioral, and/or cultural factors that impact student performance.
• Facilitate restorative conversations among students, school staff, and/or families for the purpose of resolving issues affecting school and promoting advocacy for students as appropriate.
• Provide staff and families professional development to better understand factors (cultural, societal, economic, familial, health, legislation, etc.) affecting a student's performance and behavior.
• Coordinate services with a variety of outside agencies, school services, etc. (e.g. mental health, child welfare, medical, etc.) for the purpose of providing resource information for students and/or families.
• Engage with students, staff, families, school district, and community within the context of multicultural awareness for the purpose of enhancing connections between people and their environments, with a focus on enhancing school climate and culture.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential records that document school social work services, demonstrate outcomes, and promote accountability to the local education agency and community. Records shall be maintained according to federal, state, and local laws.
• Engage in meetings, workshops, seminars, and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information regarding evidence-informed practice and best practice for social work.
• Understand and comply with local, state, and federal mandates related to informed consent, privacy and confidentiality, and access to records within the context of legal and ethical rights of minors and parents.
• Take a critical approach to understanding current and historical public education policies in order to better advocate for, develop, and implement educational programs and/or policies with regard to cultural humility and social and economic justice.
• Adhere to NASW Code of Ethics, NASW Standards for School Social Work Practice, & School Social Work Association of America Practice Model.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
• Conduct formal and informal assessments of individuals, families and systems/organizations (classroom, school, neighborhood, district, state) and utilize data with the goal of advancing equitable educational opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
• Completion of a supervised practicum and internship in a school setting as part of the social work master's program preferred.
• Master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS: Wyoming Educator License with a Professional Services Endorsement for School Social Worker and licensed or provisionally licensed by the Wyoming Mental Health Licensing Board. CONTINUING EDUCATION: After obtaining licensure and certification, school social workers are required to participate in continuing education to maintain their credentials. This can involve attending workshops, seminars, or completing additional coursework. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES: Skills: Ability to perform technical tasks, update skills to meet changing job demands, use appropriate assessment instruments, maintain accurate records, manage projects, and utilize relevant software applications. Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons in accordance with district policy and administrative guidelines; state and federal laws. Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to speak effectively to large and small groups. Excellent human relations skills with the ability to establish good relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics and the School Social Work Association of America National Model. Understanding of child development stages, laws/regulations/policies, community resources, curriculum and instructional methods, and treatment modalities and assessments. Abilities: Capability to schedule appropriate activities, collaborate with diverse groups, work with data, use job-related equipment, solve problems independently, communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, work in a team, and handle interruptions efficiently. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, etc.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with office productivity programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, etc.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE: POSITION TITLE
Reports to: Building Principal
POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES
Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SCHOOL COUNSELOR K-12 Job Title: School Counselor K-12 Revised Date: February 28, 2024
Department: Student Services FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Year: 185 Days + 10 Extra Days Salary Schedule: CTEA
PURPOSE STATEMENT: The role of the School Counselor is dedicated to implementing a comprehensive, developmental guidance and counseling program aligned with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Standards and the ASCA National Model: Define, Manage, Deliver and Assess. This program is designed to support all students in achieving academic success, fostering personal-social growth, aiding in career decision-making, and facilitating community contributions. The School Counselor also acts as a consultant to school staff, parents, and community members. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The school counselor advocates and supports the academic and personal development of all students through the ASCA components: Define: School counselors utilize specific standards (ASCA School Counselor Professional Standards & Competencies and ASCA Student Standards: Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success) to develop, implement, and assess their school counseling program to improve student outcomes.
• School Counseling Framework: Develops a comprehensive school counseling program within district goals and ASCA National Model framework for the purpose of managing and accessing student utilization and outcomes in support of academic, career, and personal/social goals.
• Documentation and Progress Monitoring: Maintain accurate records and monitor student progress to identify issues and take appropriate actions to enhance success.
• Legal and Ethical Responsibility: Adheres to laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the school counseling profession.
Manage: School counselors use program focus and planning tools to guide the design and implementation of a school counseling program that enhances student success.
• School Data Summary: Assists teachers, parents/guardians, and other stakeholders in interpreting and understanding student data.
• System Support and Integration: Provides appropriate information to school personnel related to the comprehensive school counseling program.
• Resources: Uses available technology and resources to enhance the school counseling program.
• Professional Development: Participates in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills.
Deliver: School Counselors use the ASCA Student Standards: Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success to deliver direct or indirect services to improve student achievement, attendance, and discipline.
• Preventive and Responsive Services: Provides short-term individual and/or group counseling to students with identified concerns and needs, implements an effective referral and follow-up process as needed, and accurately and appropriately uses assessment procedures for determining services.
• Individual Student Planning: Assists all students, individually or in groups, with developing academic, career and personal/social skills, goals, and plans. Accurately and appropriately interprets and utilizes student data. Collaborates with parents/guardians and educators to assist students with educational, career, transitions between educational levels, and life planning.
• Collaboration, Consultation, and Information Gathering: Provide educators with current research information to aid in understanding students' affective development, enabling better support for students. Collaborates with a variety of internal and external stakeholders (school administrators, school social workers, special education, teachers, other educational & community resources, parents/guardians, etc.) for the purpose of providing information relative to school counseling program services, crisis management, preventative services, and needs of individual students.
Assess: To achieve the best results for students, school counselors regularly assess their comprehensive school counseling program.
• Data Compilation and Analysis: Collect and analyze data (e.g. aggregated, disaggregated, individual, etc.) from multiple sources to identify needs, ensure compliance with policies and procedures, and monitor program effectiveness in order to guide future direction of the counseling program.
• Accountability: Conducts a yearly program audit to review the extent of program implementation and effectiveness. Uses data to measure results of the comprehensive school counseling program activities and shares results as appropriate with relevant stakeholders. Monitors student academic performance, behavior, and attendance and facilitates appropriate interventions.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Maintain consistent and predictable attendance to meet the requirements of the position.
• Participate in various meetings for the purpose of receiving information or sharing information and expertise with students, colleagues and parents/guardians.
• Confer regularly with immediate supervisor
• Follow all District policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority
• Perform other additional related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient functioning of the work unit.
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
• Completion of a supervised practicum and internship in a school setting as part of the master's program.
• Master's degree in school counseling from an accredited institution.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:
• Wyoming Educator License with a Professional Services Endorsement for School Counselor.
CONTINUING EDUCATION: After obtaining licensure and certification, school counselors are required to participate in continuing education to maintain their credentials. This can involve attending workshops, seminars, or completing additional coursework. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES: Skills: Ability to perform technical tasks, update skills to meet changing job demands, use appropriate assessment instruments, maintain accurate records, manage projects, and utilize relevant software applications. Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons in accordance with district policy and administrative guidelines, state and federal laws. Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to speak effectively to large and small groups. Excellent human relations skills with the ability to establish good relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of the ASCA National Model. Understanding of child development stages, laws/regulations/policies, community resources, curriculum and instructional methods, and treatment modalities and assessments. Abilities: Capability to schedule appropriate activities, collaborate with diverse groups, work with data, use job-related equipment, solve problems independently, communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, work in a team, and handle interruptions efficiently. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, etc.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with office productivity programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, etc.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE: POSITION TITLE
Reports to: Building Principal
POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES
Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.