School Social Worker

Position Type:

Support Staff/School Social Worker

Date Posted:

11/28/2023

Location:

Elementary

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SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER

Cresthaven Academy Charter School exists to provide a comprehensive education to our scholars that develops the whole child through academic excellence, physical wellness, emotional health, and character enrichment. Our school is built on the belief that all children, regardless of race or economic status, can succeed when given equal access to a high-quality education. Each of our scholars will be empowered to overcome challenges and equipped to sustain their success in school and beyond.

Cresthaven Academy Charter School opened in August 2016 with 75 kindergarten scholars, and adds a grade each academic year until we are a K-8 school. All Cresthaven Academy scholars receive access to the best educators and resources, serving to actualize each child's potential and setting them on the path to college. Cresthaven Academy Charter School is supported by Cresthaven Academy Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Foundation exists to support the school and teaching staff in all things outside of classroom instruction, reducing the risk of burnout and raising academic standards by allowing educators to focus on their scholars. Together we incorporate comprehensive support for scholars and families into the education model, including an afterschool program, in order to inspire excellence in character, identity, and academics in each child.

Cresthaven Academy is focused on supporting excellent teaching that closes the achievement gap. We recognize that teachers are the most important in-school factor contributing to student achievement. We also value leadership and support staff because they facilitate, encourage, and help to foster the developmental growth of scholars to achieve physical, social and mental well-being by providing quality care and expertise in their respective roles.

We are seeking a School Social Worker for CACS grades K-7. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for the mission of CACS, an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents of Plainfield, and a desire for working in a school setting that fosters a love for children. The School Social Worker will report directly to the Student Support Coordinator/his or her designee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate as a professional member of the Child Study Team, consisting of a psychologist, social worker, and learning disabilities teacher consultant, as described in NJAC 6A:14

• Provide an assessment and analysis of student educational and social characteristics as described in NJAC 6A:14

• Interpret the implications of significant findings and participate in educational planning for classified students

• Develop strategies for students who need special programs and provide appropriate materials as well as actual instruction to implement these programs

• Help families better understand the school and its program

• Help families make appropriate social agency contacts, when needed

• Participate with Child Study Team and appropriate staff and parents to develop instructional programs and strategies to meet the individual needs of a student

• Maintain case records on all referred students

• Maintain continuous contact with those children placed in special education programs within the district and outside the district

• Make classroom observations

• Other such duties as may be assigned by the Student Support Coordinator/his or her designee.

Qualification

• NJ School Social Worker Certification

• 2 - 5 years teaching experience in an urban school setting is desired

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Cresthaven Academy offers a competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience and skills. Cresthaven Academy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer.

Primary Location

Cresthaven Academy Charter School

Salary Range

Per Year

Shift Type

Full-Time

Attachment(s):

• JD_ Social Worker (2).pdf