Social Worker, (1201) LGSW

Description

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our “promote from within” culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.

JOB SUMMARY: The Social Worker is responsible for case management, therapeutic intervention, and crisis management for all students. The Social Worker provides counseling services, develops IEPs, and works with families on an abundance of matters both related and unrelated to school. The incumbent will also serve as a point of contact for families to stay in contact with the school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Identifies problem areas that affect a student’s adjustment to the school environment and works with the student to overcome their challenges.
• Provides counseling (group, individual and/or family).
• Partners, consults, and works with other school team members in supporting students.
• Prepares IEPs and other related documents, including service trackers and progress reports timely, and attend student meetings.
• Monitor’s student attendance and when warranted prepares truancy intervention plans and CFSA or Court referrals as mandated by the District.
• Provides crisis intervention.
• Develops intervention strategies to increase academic success.
• Provides social/emotional supports as outlined on students’ IEPs.
• Conducts home visits as needed.
• Works with parents to facilitate their support in their children's school adjustment.
• Assists parents by providing resource information and supports in accessing programs available to students with special needs, as well as resources for various family needs.
• Obtains and coordinates community resources to meet students' needs.
• Provides case management for students and families requiring multiple resources.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Master’s in Social Worker (MSW).
• Must have one or more years working as a Social Worker under LGSW license and knowledge and understanding of rules and regulations for serving in a school setting.
• Licensed Social Worker.
• LGSW - Social Worker.

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

• Proficiency in MS Office Software.
• Ability to provide and maintain a clean driving record with a full, valid, local driver’s license.

Benefits Package: 

• Robust Professional development and training opportunities 
• Medical, prescriptions, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short Term/ Long Term disability
• Group Life Insurance and AD&D
• Other Volunteer Insurance Benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation, sick and personal leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program 
• Parenting leave 
• Pet’s Insurance 

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM