School for Achievement
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum of a Master of Social Work (MSW) Degree from an accredited college or university
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New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Conduct intake interviews and participate as a member of the admissions team.
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Write social histories/psychosocial reports as needed for students requiring behavior plans.
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Establish meetings with parents to evaluate the progress of the student. Provide support and evaluate other needs of the family.
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Provide counseling using both individual and group methods for students.
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Provide parent trainings in accordance with the IEP.
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Provide assistance, including care coordination referrals as needed. Make referrals for additional specialized services from outside agencies as needed.
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Conduct annual reviews and update social/developmental histories.
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Conduct assessments on achievement of goals delineated in the IEP and the IEP goals as necessary in preparation for the CSE/CPSE meeting.
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Provide parent training sessions and workshops.
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Act as liaison to child protective services as needed.
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Meet with staff as needed to discuss clinical issues related to the student participating in school services.
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Attend weekly classroom team meetings as a member of the clinical team.
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Maintain statistical records of student caseload.
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Maintain current knowledge in the field. Professionally represent the agency at all times.