School Social Worker Position Available In Pike, Alabama

Job Description:

Job Posting:

School Social Worker at Mount Prospect Academy Start a New Career that Matters! Join Us in Empowering Youths andMaking a Difference. Step into a meaningful role as a School Social Worker at MountProspect Academy (MPA) and become an essential pillar of our team.

We’re on the lookout for dedicated professionals who wholeheartedlysupport our mission of empowering young individuals to overcomechallenges and discover their true potential. The School SocialWorker is a qualified, Master-level mental health professional whowholeheartedly supports the mission of Mount Prospect Academy, Inc.

The role provides a Monday through Friday work schedule withoutweekend duties, and offers a salary range from $52,000 to $58,000.We invite you to apply your experience at MPA! At MPA, we’re not just educators; we’re advocates for positivechange in the lives of our students. As a School Social Worker,you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team ofmental health professionals, collaborating closely with students,families, and school staff to address their unique needs and fostergrowth. Your role will be pivotal in providing behavioral, emotional, andeducational counseling to both groups and individuals, assistingstudents in adjusting to school and community life, and serving asa liaison to other agencies for our day students enrolled in MountProspect Academy’s academic programs.

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

Collaborating with the Individual Education Plan (IEP) teammembers regarding student progress on applied counselinggoals. Working with team members to develop and update IndividualizedCrisis Support Plans for each student; these will be drafted duringthe first week of enrollment and updated routinely based on theneeds of the student. Providing clinical support to students focusing on personalstrengths and challenges and developing adaptive strategies toassist the student in achieving success, through a skills-basedapproach. Writing and presenting comprehensive case conceptualizations tofaculty, referrals, families and administration. Building a positive therapeutic rapport with students andfaculty, while supporting a trauma informed approach within theacademic setting Using the Restorative Justice Planning process to supportstudents with accountability and being a positive member of theacademic community Collaborating and developing individualized plans for eachstudent and providing documentation of student participation andbehavior through daily case notes Maintaining student files within the established protocols andpolicy guidelines to insure clarity, continuity andconfidentiality Coordinating contact between family, school and other investedstakeholders to ensure a best practice and holistic approach totreatment Coordinating weekly Treatment Team meetings to monitor studentgrowth and progress Documenting all collateral contacts including telephone andemail pertaining to treatment Overseeing bi-weekly reports and monitoring trauma informedcommunication between school and external contacts, includingreview of data with the academic team Providing individual and group counseling services withdocumentation of all treatment provided maintained in case notesand service logs completed within the MPA prescribedtimelines Attending all meetings that are focused on the identifiedstudent as needed. Developing and maintaining community, governmental, and otherpublic and private resources and relationships, includingparticipating in professional organizations Facilitating trauma trainings for all faculty as part of theyearly academic training calendar Supporting crisis intervention within the academicsetting Providing safety assessments for SI/HI behaviors, andconsulting with other clinicians as necessary Maintaining student confidentiality and reporting all pertinentinformation to the academic administrators Professionally representing Mount Prospect Academy Inc. whilecollaborating with external stakeholders Following all company policies and procedures. Continuing to research current Evidence Based Practices tosupport personal, professional and program development Maintaining a lifelong learning approach to professionaldevelopment, including a plan for professional licensure,maintaining certification with the NH DOE and other professionalgoals. Other duties as assigned. Benefits (Full-time): Health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement Plan (403B)

STD & LTD

Life Insurance AD & D Comprehensive wellness initiatives Paid time off Employee discount program Expense reimbursement Further education opportunities Access to outdoor equipment, adventure outings, company gym andtraining facilities Regular wellness and team-building activities Free meals and Company Swag Dynamic professional development opportunities And more Requirements, Education, and/or

Experience:

Master’s degree in social work, Mental Health Counseling,Psychology, or related field required. Licensed or in process of being licensed through the NHDepartment of Education and NH Board of Mental HealthPractice. NH DOE Certification in School Social Work. Minimum 2 years’ experience counseling adolescents andfamilies. Position requires a criminal history background check.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

This job requires prolonged sitting or standing, occasionalstooping, bending, and reaching. Ability to occasionally travel andwork in noisy and crowded environments. Regular attendance and/orphysical presence at the job is required. Join us at Mount Prospect Academy and be part of a supportivecommunity dedicated to making a difference in the lives of youngpeople. Apply Now to embark on a rewarding career with us! Mount Prospect Academy assures equal opportunity and public accessand, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regardingemployment and provision of services. MPA strongly recommends, butdoes not require, that all faculty stay protected against COVID-19by getting their primary vaccine series and staying up to date witha booster dose if eligible.

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