Social Worker - Community Schools & Student Services (Csss) (2024-25)

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TITLE:

Social WorkerREPORTS TO:Assigned Supervisor

DEPARTMENT:

As AssignedCLASSIFICATION:Certificated Non-Administrative

FLSA:

Non-ExemptWORK YEAR/HOURSPer OEA Contract

ISSUED:

Created: May 2010SALARY GRADE:K12 T

BASIC FUNCTION: Under general direction of assigned supervisor provide case management; conduct individual and family assessments; make referrals, provide crisis intervention counseling, and facilitate education groups for students, parents, and school staff.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements).

E = Essential FunctionsAligned with State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, Pupil Personnel Services Credential, Specialization in School Social WorkAssess home, school, personal, and community factors that may affect a students' learning. EInterview students to provide skill assessment and identification of needs. EConsult with teachers, administrators, and other staff regarding social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students to evaluate and make recommendations in developing and implementing an appropriate plan for students. EIdentify and provide intervention strategies for students and their families, including counseling, case management, and crisis intervention counseling. EDetermine which students need immediate assessment and prioritize services. EParticipate in Individualized Education Program Meetings; coordinate Service Team Meetings, Student Study Team Meetings, and Student Attendance Review Team/ Board Meetings as appropriate; facilitate teams as necessary to accomplish proper results. EIdentify problems contributing to students' attendance issues; develop and implement programs to provide students opportunities to improve their attendance. EPrepare written materials about the available agencies; makes presentations to students, families, and staff. EProvide outreach casework and support services including home visits, individual and group short-term counseling, family intervention and student group. EAssist students and their families in obtaining necessary services, monitor progress toward successful utilization and completion of services. EServe as District liaison among students and their families, group home personnel, community agencies, county probation departments, and the Department of Social Services. EDevelop and maintain necessary tracking mechanisms and records to manage casework, including follow-up information. EAdvocate for students and their families who experience difficulties in obtaining necessary services. EParticipate with staff in education such as mental health, diversity, growth and development, self-esteem, sexuality, and drug/alcohol. ECoordinate and facilitate inter-agency services for students including students' educational and social background, high school completion plan, vocational assessment, and emancipation plan. EMaintain confidentiality. EAttend all required meetings and trainings. EPerform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology or a closely related field.A Master's degree in social work.Experience working with children or in an educational setting.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential with School Social Work authorizationValid California Driver's LicenseEmployment eligibility that may include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:KNOWLEDGE OF:Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures governing workscopePrinciples and practices of social casework, including group work and community organizationsCurrent instructional materials and techniques governing workscopeDiverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of District studentsPsychosocial, emotional interviewing techniques for students and familiesInterpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesyCorrect English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuationRecord-keeping and report preparation techniques

ABILITY TO:Interpret and implement applicable laws, codes, policies, procedures, and District regulations governing workscopeMaintain current knowledge of applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations and new developments and research in the field governing workscopeCommunicate effectively in English orally and in writingAnalyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of actionMaintain accurate and confidential recordsWork independentlyMeet schedules and timelinesEstablish and maintain effective working relationship among students, parents, District staff, and the communityPlan and organize workFollow oral and written instructionsCompile and analyze information and prepare reportsOperate personal computer, related software, and other office equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:ENVIRONMENT:Office environment, school site, home visits; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions; potential exposure to violent and emotional students and dissatisfied adults

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Consistent mental alertness; standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods of time; properly restrain individuals to ensure safety; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling moderate weight objects; bending and twisting at waist and neck; kneeling and bending at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both arms and hands, and fingers while performing duties, seeing to read, write, and use a computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone and make presentations.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.