Renew Schools New Orleans , LA 70113
Posted 2 days ago
#1 Performing Open-Enrollment Network in New Orleans
#1 Academic Growth in Louisiana
POSITION DETAILS:
We are seeking an experienced and fully licensed School Social Worker/Counselor for the ReNEW Therapeutic Program (RTP), an innovative, intensive therapeutic program for students in K-8th grade with severe behavioral and mental health needs. As a social worker/counselor for RTP, you will play a pivotal role in providing therapeutic support and guidance to children and adolescents with emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health challenges. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), foster emotional growth, and promote positive behavioral changes in a structured school-based setting.
This role could be part-time or full-time
WHO WE ARE:
At ReNEW, we transform underperforming schools into academically rigorous schools that prepare students for the next level of achievement, including high school, college, and career. ReNEW is dedicated to helping staff members become outstanding at their craft. With a high focus on professional development and individual coaching at both the school-level and the network-level, we are committed to helping you become the best professional you can be.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
The School Social Worker/Counselor will report to the RTP Director and the network Director of Mental Health and Pupil Appraisal and will serve as part of the school based Student Support Team. It is expected that the School Social Worker/Counselor will fulfill the following:
Behavioral Management and Skill Building
Implement behavior modification strategies and skill-building activities to improve coping mechanisms, social skills, and emotional regulation.
Work closely with students and families to develop and reinforce positive behaviors and adaptive responses to stressors.
Crisis Intervention
Conduct suicidal/homicidal threat assessments
Support in de-escalation and conduct and crisis assessments for students experiencing a mental health crisis
Support mandated reporting of abuse/neglect as needed
Special Education Related Service Provider
Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques as indicated by a student's IEP
Write IEP Instructional Plans, attend IEP meetings, and write IEP Progress Reports for all students on caseload
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and support the development of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and Crisis Plans for students
Complete other special education and related services requirements as assigned
Pupil Appraisal
Participate in Student Evaluation Plan (SEP) meetings
Conduct psychosocial family interviews for all re-evaluations and complete a written summary
Administer parent rating scales (BASC-3, ABAS-3, Connors, etc.) when requested
Service Coordination
Collaborate with teachers, support staff, leadership teams, and culture teams in support of all students
Connect families in need of services to local community resources as it relates to mental health, basic needs, housing, food insecurity, or other needs experienced by families living in low-income communities including conducting home visits as needed
Serve as the school based coordinator for Homeless students and families, for students in Foster Care, and for outside Behavioral Health Providers
Serve as point of contact for the Office of Student Support and Attendance, Juvenile Court, and Municipal Court for students receiving case management services, juvenile justice involved students, and families referred for truancy
Collaborate with team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each student's specific challenges and goals
Documentation and Reporting
Document all student services/activities in Accelify/Frontline and document all parent/family contacts in SchoolRunner
Complete Monthly Mental Health Report to the Director of Mental Health and Pupil Appraisal and update Campus Mental Health, Homeless, Behavioral Health Provider, and FBA/BIP trackers accordingly
Maintain Clinical File for all students on caseload and student files related to other services as provided
Complete any additional documentation and reporting as designated by the network Director of Mental Health and Pupil Appraisal and/or Director of RTP
WHAT YOU BRING
License & Certification
Experience and Expertise
2+ years in an urban school community providing school based social work/counseling services
Strong clinical skills in providing evidenced based mental health and behavioral interventions to children and adolescents ages 4-16
Experience creating and executing high quality systems
Knowledge of local community resources for special populations related to students and families from low-income communities
Ability to advocate for students and families while working in partnership with school staff
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and exceptional organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
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