Social Worker

Job Description:

Interviews will be conducted in June and July 2024. Please submit your resume and cover letter to Patricia Sobraske at psobraske@echn.org

POSITION SUMMARY

Manchester Clinical Day School serves middle and high school students between the ages of 11 through 22 who present with a range of social-emotional and behavioral difficulties. We are looking for a positive, energetic school social worker to work as a key member of our team. They will conduct individual and group therapy using researched-based interventions such as CBT. The school social worker also completes comprehensive psychosocial assessments, writes and monitors IEP goals and objectives and is part of the team that conducts FBAs and writes BIPs. In addition, the school social worker provides clinical assessment for students in crisis. School social workers also maintain close contact with parents/guardians and also share a leadership role in creating a caring, engaging, trauma-informed educational environment. The successful school social worker will possess strong clinical judgment, demonstrate a deep understanding of adolescent development and dynamics, possess excellent communication skills and have an optimistic attitude.

For additional information about Manchester Clinical Day School visit our webpage at http://www.echn.org/clinical-day-school

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• This position requires a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)
• CT State Department of Education Certification in School Social Work (071)
• LCSW preferred

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of two years experience in child/adolescent behavioral health

• In-patient psychiatric or residential treatment experience preferred

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Manchester Clinical Day School is to help prepare students for success and greater independence when returning to public school and/or in their post-secondary lives. In supporting the individual academic and clinical needs of our students, we help them fulfill their greatest potential. We value a school community that is diverse and accepting of individual differences. Through the experience of belonging, students move on to become positive, contributing members of the community.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Manchester Clinical Day School offers a comprehensive benefits package:

• Competitive Salary

• Anthem Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vision insurance

• Company-paid short-term, long-term and life insurance

• 401k Plan

• Wellness Programs

• Generous paid time off including personal days and sick time

• Employee discounts with local vendors

• Free annual flu shot

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Eastern Connecticut Health Network is an EO Employer-M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class. Equal Opportunity Employer.