School Social Worker Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

School Social Worker Thrive Academy Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Full-time | Contract $48,000 – $66,300 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications School experience Licensed Clinical Social Worker Mid-level 3 years Communication skills Time management Full Job Description

SCHOOL OVERVIEW THRIVE

is a school unlike any other – one of the first boarding schools in the country serving at-risk students. The mission of THRIVE is to empower students from underserved Louisiana communities and prepare them academically and personally for success in college and beyond. THRIVE aims to reach this goal through a world-class school in a boarding setting. Serving grades seven through twelve, THRIVE will provide the students and families of Louisiana with a never before-seen service – a free public boarding school. By combining the best educational methods with a 24-hour supportive environment, THRIVE seeks to provide students with a place to learn where nothing can get in the way. Responsibilities Selects students to be maintained by each partner/contractor and maintains current student rosters Supports partners/contractors with inquiries regarding students Provides feedback to administration about partner/contractor relationships Conducts interviews with prospective students and make recommendations about acceptance Completes paperwork required regarding prospective students Coordinates provider (internal, partner, contractor) for new students known to need mental health services upon acceptance Provide professional development to staff about the benefits of mental health services to Thrive’s students Collect informal feedback about mental health clubs and activities that most benefit students Discuss student mental health concerns with teachers and residential team Provide one-on-one and group counseling to students as needed Works with academic and residential staff to communicate concerns and create plans for students Consults with parents and guardians as needed on student concerns, progress, etc. Completes required administrative paperwork Develops and implements plans and activities to support student mental and behavioral health Creates and/or informs and supports maintenance of behavioral and mental health related student policies Maintains the Student Food Pantry through development of relationships for donation and monitors distribution of goods Provide Crisis Management Services to students Other duties as assigned by supervisor Qualifications Licensed Clinical Social Worker 3-5 years experience in working in a school setting. Working with underserved teens is preferred. Effective time-management skills Exceptional communication skills with community partners General business acumen Exceptional problem-solving skills and values feedback to create meaningful change when needed Fosters relational capacity among staff, parents and students Process driven and administratively organized Accountability This position is accountable to the THRIVE’s Director of Student Health & Wellness.

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$48,000.00 – $66,300.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person