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School Social Worker

Employer
Chester Upland School District
Location
Chester, PA, US
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

The Chester Upland School District is a midsized, urban public school district serving the City of Chester, the Borough of Upland and Chester Township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. Located between Philadelphia and Wilmington, Delaware, the District educates about 3,200 students in grades Pre-K - 12, with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. About 203 teachers make up the classroom staff. Though faced with challenges, Chester Upland's proud history and the feeling of "C-Pride," long associated with the District's highly successful sports and cheerleading programs, remains alive and well.
Mission: The Chester Upland School District is committed to providing all students the opportunity to achieve excellence in the four A's: Academics, Athletics, Arts, and Activities.
The senior leadership team continues to build a talented and committed team to ensure all students are prepared to graduate from Chester Upland school's career and college ready! The C.O.R.E. is the foundation for which our district stands:
C- Children First: The well-being and continuous learning of every child will drive decisions.
O- One Chester Upland: With dedicated community of partners, parents, students and staff, we will excel, united as One Chester Upland.
R- Reimagining : Through a mode of continuous improvement, we will apply four important levers for change, collaboration, capacity building, deepening knowledge of pedagogy, and focusing direction to improve outcomes for all.
E- Equity, Excellence, and Emotional Intelligence: We will ensure equitable access to a quality education that includes emotional intelligence and leads to excellence across all opportunities and services.

Screening Procedures:
  • Receipt of a completed application, resume and cover letter
  • A minimum of three current written letters of reference from previous or current directors, principal, and supervisors
  • Personal interview
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide comprehensive school social work services to parents, students and school staff, addressing barriers that limit a student from receiving full benefit from their educational experience. Respond to referrals from school administration, parents, teachers, the Student Support Team, the Special Education Committee and others by providing direct services and by assisting families in accessing appropriate community resources.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

  • Serve on student support teams and special education committees at assigned schools in the division.
  • Review student records to identify previous barriers and/or interventions.
  • Conduct parent interviews to acquire socio-developmental information as needed for special education referrals.
  • Analyze information gained through record reviews and interviews to determine environmental impacts and appropriate resource needs; integrate gained information into a written report and oral presentation.
  • Attend and participate in Manifestation meetings.
  • Interview students and parents to discuss issues related to non-attendance and develop a plan of action.
  • Assist the school in following school board regulations for excessive absences and truancy; attend student support team meetings and court intervention.
  • Develop and implement professional development training for educational staff and parents, as requested.
  • Provide individual and/or group counseling in response to school-wide crises.
  • Respond to referrals requesting verification of residence.
  • Participate in professional development activities aimed at current trends and best practices for the provision of comprehensive school social work services.
  • Conduct home visits as a method to access the family and conduct interviews in response to school referrals.
  • Maintain an ongoing liaison with community agencies and other resources to meet student needs; refers parents and student to agencies when appropriate.
  • Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge and skills for direct and indirect intervention including: counseling on an individual, group, or family basis; consulting with administrators, teachers, parents, and other professionals about student problems and appropriate change strategies; and networking with school programs and community agencies to provide essential services for families and children; understanding of the knowledge, skills, and processes for effective casework practice; understanding of the school social work profession including associated laws (IDEA, ADA, compulsory attendance, etc.), ethical issues, professional issues and standards; foundations of school psychology; and the role and function of the school social worker; understanding of child development, psychopathology, social and environmental conditioning, cultural diversity and family systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of social work with a minimum of 60 graduate semester hours; a minimum of six graduate semester hours in education; and completed a supervised practicum or field experience of a minimum of 400 clock hours in an accredited school discharging the duties of a school social worker. PA School Social Worker or Home School Visitor Certification.

A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Some standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, or kneeling.
Salary: Contract Salary Guide

Professional Staff Benefits:
  • Excellent medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage
  • 11 sick days per year
  • 3 personal days per year
  • Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Retirement through PSERS, PA's Public School Employees Retirement System
Work Schedule: 10 months a year, 188 workdays. Monday-Friday.

CHESTER UPLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Chester Upland School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester Upland School District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 610-447-5886.

Company

Chester Upland School District is in a historic period of change.  We are uniquely poised to re-focus and transform into a student-focused district where each child is ensured the academic and personal skills to succeed in the college or career of his/her choice.

The senior leadership team is building a talented and committed team to ensure all students are prepared to graduate Chester Upland schools career and college ready!

Company info
Website
Telephone
6104473636
Location
232 W. 9th St
Chester
PA
19013
US

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