School Social Worker - THSTonganoxie USD 464 • www.tong464.org Tonganoxie School District is accepting applications for a School Social Worker. Applicants must have a MSW degree and be licensed by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board.
POSITION: School Social Worker
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and be licensed by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board.
REPORTS TO: Special Education Administrators and Building Principal(s)
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Services to Students: • Provide crisis intervention. • Develop intervention strategies to increase academic success. • Assist with conflict resolution and anger management. • Help develop appropriate social interaction skills. • Assist the child in understanding and accepting self and others. • Assist in developing positive behavioral intervention strategies. 2. Services to parents & families: • Work with parents to facilitate their support in their children`s school adjustment. • Assist parents in accessing programs available to students with special needs. • Assist parents in accessing and utilizing school and community resources. 3. Services to Staff: • Provide staff with essential information to better understand factors (cultural- societal- economic- familial- health- etc.) affecting a student’s performance and behavior. • Assess students with mental health concerns. • Develop staff in-service training programs. • Assist teachers with behavior management. • Provide direct support to staff. 4. School Community Liaison: • Obtain and coordinate community resources to meet students’ needs. • Help district receive supports from social and mental health agencies.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required. To perform this job successfully- an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge- skill- and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Benefits Information NA Salary Information NA Employer Information Tonganoxie USD 464 - www.tong464.org OUR SCHOOLS Tonganoxie USD 464 serves approximately 1,946 students in three schools.
District Highlights:
OUR TEACHERS Tonganoxie USD 464 recognizes that our teachers are our most valuable asset. We strive to offer competitive salaries, a myriad of professional development opportunities, and outstanding benefits. The district currently has 328 employees: 161 teachers, 16 administrators & supervisors, and 151 support staff. Teachers who join our district will enjoy:
OUR COMMUNITY USD 464 is located in Tonganoxie, Kansas, which has a population of 5,583 and enjoys low crime, low cost of living, and a plethora of parks and trails. Tonganoxie`s recreation commission offers sports leagues and activities for all ages, and the water park is a great spot to cool off on a summer day! Tonganoxie is conveniently located 15 minutes from Lawrence, 40 minutes from Topeka, and 3 miles north of Interstate 70, which makes for a quick 25 minute ride to downtown Kansas City. Tonganoxie residents enjoy major metropolitan amenities, arts, entertainment, sports, festivals, diversity, education, parks, and trails, as well as our award-winning schools, hometown atmosphere, & beautiful countryside!
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Tonganoxie, KS 66086 Job Start Date NA-- Applications Due By July-31-2024 |