Social Work Specialist - Districtwide #1448 | 2024-25 SY at Mt. Diablo Unified
Job Summary
Job Summary
Primary Function: Provide direct school social work services for students and families that will reduce barriers to educational success and create positive learning environments for students. Assess home, school, personal, and community factors that may affect student learning, school adjustment, and student wellness. Serve as a liaison between school, family, and community resources. Serve as a source of information regarding community resources. Develop school-based opportunities, services, and supports to promote positive youth development and educational success. Assist students and families facing significant psychosocial stressors. Participate in the planning and implementation of Coordinated Care Teams and Response to Intervention Teams for the effective delivery and monitoring of student support services. Assist to develop and implement Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Participate in the Student Success Team (SST), Individual Education Plan (IEP), and Section 504 plan process. Assist to plan and provide in-service professional development. Supervise School Social Work and Counseling Interns.
Requirements / Qualifications
Any applicant with an out-of-state credential may attach their credential in the UNKNOWN (UNKN) category.
- Letter of Introduction (Stating the specific position for which you are applying and the skills and qualifications you possess)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three current letters, less than 1 year old)
- Resume (Updated, one page)
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential - School Social Work
Requirements / Qualifications
Any applicant with an out-of-state credential may attach their credential in the UNKNOWN (UNKN) category.
- Letter of Introduction (Stating the specific position for which you are applying and the skills and qualifications you possess)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three current letters, less than 1 year old)
- Resume (Updated, one page)
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential - School Social Work
Comments and Other Information
Mt. Diablo Unified School District has a large population of English Learners. A significant number of them are newcomers that require additional support to adjust and transition to a new educational system. We are looking for a Social worker, bilingual preferred, that will provide direct services for students and families of English Learners - Newcomer Students that will help reduce barriers to educational success and foster positive learner environment for students. The Social Work specialist will orient students and families to services available at school and community. Additionally, it will plan and provide in-service professional development and parent’s workshops. The Social Work Specialist - Newcomer Services will directly work with the English Learner Department. See job description for full details.
Education, Training and Experience Requirements:
1. Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW)
2. Possession of Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) with authorization in School Social Work.
3. Two years post-masters experience.
4. Experience working in schools serving youth
5. Must be eligible to supervise Social Work Interns.
Bilingual is desired, but not required.
Comments and Other Information
Mt. Diablo Unified School District has a large population of English Learners. A significant number of them are newcomers that require additional support to adjust and transition to a new educational system. We are looking for a Social worker, bilingual preferred, that will provide direct services for students and families of English Learners - Newcomer Students that will help reduce barriers to educational success and foster positive learner environment for students. The Social Work specialist will orient students and families to services available at school and community. Additionally, it will plan and provide in-service professional development and parent’s workshops. The Social Work Specialist - Newcomer Services will directly work with the English Learner Department. See job description for full details.
Education, Training and Experience Requirements:
1. Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW)
2. Possession of Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) with authorization in School Social Work.
3. Two years post-masters experience.
4. Experience working in schools serving youth
5. Must be eligible to supervise Social Work Interns.
Bilingual is desired, but not required.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
5/17/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$111,889 - $147,641 Annually
$111,889 - $147,641 Annually
Length of Work Year
200
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
District-Wide
Benefits:
District paid medical, dental & vision benefits