Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Provide services, and when necessary, coordinate services with external agencies for students in need of non-academic support. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelors degree in social work or counseling preferredSpecial Knowledge/Skills: Service coordinating experience preferredSocial work experience preferred not requiredAbility to obtain or currently in progress of a school counseling certification preferredExcellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skillsExperience: Valid field experience in social workMajor Responsibilities and Duties: Establish relationships with Campus and Special Services Counselors and Community Resource groups such as but not limited to Shelby County Coordination Group and local counseling services.Set a minimum of two (2) student support groups/clubs to meet one (1) time a week during flex lunch.At the direction of the Principal coordinate with students, teachers and parents academic support and intervention.Report weekly or more frequently as needed to the Principal regarding the progress of the interventions.Develop and oversee family resource opportunities for families of students in need of parenting or family support.Identify students in most need of emotional support and establish goals and counseling to make them less reliant on external counseling.Coordinate with the Special Services Transition Coordinator to offer similar services to select regular education at-risk students.Use effective referral process to assist students and others to use external and internal special programs and services.Plan a school program to ensure the identified needs, priorities and objectives are met.Implement a comprehensive and balanced program.Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the program and individual activities and make changes based on findings.Educate school staff, parents and community about resource programs through public information program.Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Other duties as assigned. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipmentPosture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingMotion: Frequent walkingLifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behaviorEnvironment: Work inside, may work outsideMental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours