Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS – May include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Demonstrates knowledge of content and application in the practice of school social work services including assessment, crises intervention, home visits, therapeutic practice, and conflict resolution;
- Establishes measurable goals that are appropriate for the setting and student being served;
- Demonstrates knowledge of district, state, and federal regulations and guidelines;
- Demonstrates knowledge of resources within the school and in the community for parents, students, and staff;
- Plans and designs individualized social work services and coherent interventions based on relevant data and clinical rationale that sufficiently addresses students’ needs and goals;
- Creates a positive environment of respect and rapport with students; advocates for appropriate services;
- Establishes a culture for learning with appropriate expectations for and active engagement of students;
- Utilizes organizational and time management skills; communicates clear procedures for referrals, meetings and consultation with stakeholders;
- Manages and responds to student behavior using standards of conduct that are respectful, consistently communicated, and enforced;
- Effectively assesses student needs to develop data driven interventions and programming;
- Assists teachers in completing FBAs and in the development of personal/social and behavior plans for students using interventions that align with educational goals;
- Engages students in social work services using materials, interventions, and groupings that are appropriate;
- Collects information from a variety of sources and prepares reports with accuracy and clarity;
- Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness during therapy sessions, when revising plans, and when scheduling;
- Reflects on the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions making adjustments to improve student performance;
- Maintains accurate, timely and complete records related to students and Medicaid services; collects data for IEP and FBA/BIP development and progress updates;
- Effectively collaborates with team members including family regarding data, resources, assessments and programming while taking an active role in problem solving;
- Participates in the professional community and multi-disciplinary team developing positive relationships with students and colleagues and actively contributes to the district and cooperative;
- Seeks targeted professional development, develops goals or professional growth plan, shares and is responsive to feedback;
- Displays professionalism, honesty, integrity, ethical practice and confidentiality; implements IEP services and requirements within legally mandated timelines; complies with the provisions of the IDEA; follows designated schedule, attendance policy and is punctual;
- May be required to perform other tasks as assigned.
Salary/Benefits
Regionally competitive salary, board paid TRS and contribution toward single insurance, professional development, mileage reimbursement, mentoring and supports, and supervision related to obtaining LCSW is available.
Additional Notes
We are happy to answer any questions you may have or provide additional information. Just call (217)526-8121 and ask for Bobbi (ext. 244). Mid-State Special Education serves 13 school districts in central Illinois located in five counties (Bond, Christian, Fayette, Macoupin, and Montgomery) mid-way between Springfield, IL and St. Louis, MO. Applicants interested in full or part-time as well as retirees are encouraged to inquire and apply. We have some flexibility regarding the location of positions.
How to Apply
Please see http://www.midstatespec.org/join-our-team/licensed/ for position and application details. Thank you!
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
http://www.midstatespec.org/employment-application/