SCOPE
The School Social Worker is responsible for the intellectual, social, and emotional development of students.
The School Social Worker is jointly responsible to their Coordinator, Director, and Principal of the building(s) to which they are assigned. They are supervised and evaluated by their Coordinator in consultation with the Principal and Director of their assigned school(s).
EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Prepares social development reports for SRBI and PPT use, which may include family background data, cultural information, parent impressions, diagnosis, and/or recommendations for future interventions.
2. Keeps current with community and state agency services, makes referrals where appropriate, follows up on recommendations, and serves as a liaison between agencies, family, and school when necessary.
3. Makes home visits to gather information and/or conduct family counseling sessions integral to the success of the child in the learning situation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Must possess eligibility for Connecticut School Social Worker certification (071).
2. Ability to relate successfully with staff, families, and students from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skill levels.
3. Bilingual preferred.
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