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Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, the Northern Potter School District has the following vacancy:  School Social Worker

If interested in applying, please submit a copy of PA State Certification as a licensed social worker, cover letter, resume, three current (less than one year) letters of reference, and PA Clearances/FBI Fingerprinting to:to the address indicated in the follow up instructions after you click "APPLY".

Deadline for applicants:  Friday, April 25, 2025 -- 3:00 PM

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: School Social Worker   Location: Northern Potter School District   Job Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Principal/Director of Student Services

Terms of Employment:

• 200 Days Per Year
• Salary, work schedule, and other conditions of employment in accordance with school district salary schedule, applicable policies, and bargaining unit agreement.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the applicable policies of the school district.

Job Summary: The School Social Worker is responsible for supporting the social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of students by providing counseling, interventions, and resources to promote academic and personal success. This position collaborates with teachers, parents, administrators, and community organizations to create a supportive school environment and address barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counseling to students experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
• Conduct assessments to identify students' needs and develop intervention plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to create supportive strategies for student success.
• Develop and implement programs that promote social and emotional learning, bullying prevention, and positive behavior.
• Address issues such as absenteeism, family crises, homelessness, and child welfare concerns.
• Provide crisis intervention and conflict resolution support as needed, as well as professional development.
• Advocate for students' needs within the school system and coordinate Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan support when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records and documentation in compliance with school and legal requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams, staff meetings, SAP and professional development opportunities.
• Assist school personnel in developing procedures to handle crises and provide in-service training on these procedures.
• Provide professional development and parent/community trainings.
• Make regular home visits to provide information to parents about and facilitate the use of resources for meeting clothing, nutritional, housing, and health needs.
• Connect students and families with community resources, including mental health services and social assistance programs.

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``` - Serve as a liaison between the school, home, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to student support. - Refer families to appropriate community resources for social and health services and assist in their effective use. - Other duties assigned by Administration.

Qualifications:

• Pennsylvania State Certification as a licensed social worker.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in a school or similar setting.
• Maintain clearances and any training that is required by state and federal laws.
• Maintain Act 48 requirements.
• Knowledge of counseling techniques, social-emotional learning strategies, and crisis intervention methods.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including students, families, school staff, and community organizations.
• Familiarity with special education laws, child we fare policies, and community resources.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a School Social Worker.
• Training in trauma-informed care and restorative justice practices.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a school setting with regular interactions with students, staff, and families.

• May require home visits, community outreach, and participation in after-school programs or meetings.