REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of Student Services
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s Degree in School Social Work or School Counseling
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Appropriate certification as required by Illinois law with endorsement in School Social Work or School Counseling
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An interest and/or experience in working with regular and special education students to develop social and organizational skills
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An interest in providing consultation and assistance to parents
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Expertise in conducting social developmental studies and developing Individual Education Programs for students with social skill deficits
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The ability to work collaboratively with others to optimize student achievement
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A willingness to participate in staff development opportunities
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A strong commitment to professional excellence
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
(Note: This is the list of competencies where although expertise is expected, specific roles and functions will vary depending upon assignment)
A. Assessment
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demonstrates knowledge of formal and informal assessment procedures
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selects appropriate assessment instruments
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conducts assessments appropriately
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interprets assessment information accurately
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demonstrates knowledge of the screening/referral/evaluation process
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conducts ongoing assessment of instructional goals and objectives
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demonstrates awareness, understanding and knowledge of the variety of physical, emotional and cognitive conditions which may contribute to a student's learning problems
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reports assessment data in a clear and concise manner
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provides classroom observations
B. Designs Individualized Educational Programs
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develops individualized goals and objectives based on assessment results
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provides long-range student planning
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fully participates in the MDC/IEP process
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conducts functional analysis
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assists in the development and modification of Behavior Intervention Plans
C. Communication/Collaboration
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demonstrates collaborative problem solving
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communicates in an effective, constructive, and positive manner with staff, students, and parents.
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interacts positively and effectively with school personnel, including administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals, building staff, etc., as an effective team member
- promotes positive public relations
D. Provision of Direct Services
- demonstrates understanding and skills related to the practice of counseling and behavior management
- develops intervention plans consistent with assessments, classroom environment, and student needs
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provides instruction in Student Assistance Program and is liaison for student assistance programs
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referrals to parents for access to community services
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regularly reviews and updates IEP goals and objectives
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implements appropriate counseling/behavioral strategies to meet individual/group student needs
- effectively organizes time to maximize service delivery to schools served
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demonstrates due care in service delivery according to standards of social work
E. Case Management
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participates with the building Student Services Team
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monitors implementation of student I.E.P.'s
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responsible for gathering, monitoring, and completion of pupil data surrounding staffings, case studies, and annual reviews
- manages and coordinates required meetings/conferences
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manages and coordinates required paperwork
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trains, supervises and assists in the evaluation of paraprofessionals (when applicable)
F. Professional Responsibilities
- follows policies and procedures of the district
a) daily attendance and punctuality
b) supervision of students
c) meeting attendance
d) discipline policy and procedure
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demonstrates knowledge of special education legislation and acts in accordance with these mandates
- demonstrates knowledge in field including current issues and trends
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demonstrates professionalism
a) is flexible and adaptable to change
b) uses judgment appropriately
c) conducts self in appropriate and ethical manner
d) treats others with respect and dignity
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demonstrates continual assessment of individual program effectiveness and responds professionally to feedback
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participates in professional growth activities, such as
a) membership in professional organization
b) supervision of student teacher
c) in service/workshop/seminar
d) continued higher education
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actively participates in the staff evaluation process
G. This job description is not exhaustive, performs other duties as assigned.
STARTING DATE:
August 23, 2012
SALARY:
Per Contract
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Complete an online application to make your information instantly available to all district administrators at all school buildings who share the responsibility for hiring. It is not necessary or helpful to send information to each school building individually. If your qualifications meet district needs, you will be contacted for further information and a possible interview. Thank you for your interest in Orland School District 135.
We are an equal opportunity employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.