Wcusd Employment Opportunities – Clinical School Social Worker

Job Description:

Under the direction of the assigned supervisor(s)/administrator(s), provides social work services to District students in District operated; assessments, psychological related services, coordination of services and/or case management to eligible students in the District; may provide educational consultation services to school staff; and perform related work as assigned. Support district in determining eligibility for services.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides social work counseling to students and parents
• Provides psycho-social assessment and diagnosis of behavioral disabilities with recommendations and/or environmental manipulations at the school, home, and/or in the community with periodic re-evaluations
• Participates in case conferences involving cooperation with other pupil personnel workers, school personnel, and community agencies
• Provides individual and group therapy/counseling services to students and families
• Maintains confidentiality of records relating to clients treatment
• Develops and implements treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge
• Collaborates with other staff members to perform clinical assessments and develop treatment plans
• Counsels family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients
• Evaluates the effectiveness of counseling programs and clients progress in resolving identified problems and moving toward defined objectives

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of current state law/regulations regarding high school proficiency standards
• Leadership skills in working with individuals and groups
  Ability to prepare social and family histories and cooperate on the formulation of committee reports
• Social work case reporting and writing skills
• Ability to counsel students, parents, staff, and lay persons individually and in groups
•  Skills in conducting effective meetings and conferences

Qualification & Experience:

• Possession of a Masters degree in counseling or social work or related field
• Three years’ experience in the behavioral health plan process including direct services, developing and monitoring behavioral support plans, treatment plans, monitoring progress, and termination of services
• Experience providing training to parents, school district staff, and/or community-based organizations
• Valid license by the California Board of Behavioral Science as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, or a Licensed Educational Psychologist or equivalent
• Experience and knowledge of special education programs and working with individuals with exceptional needs
• Appropriate credential authorizing Pupil Personnel Services – School Social Worker (K-12)

Job Details:

Company: WEST COVINA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (WCUSD)

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Covina, CA, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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