LTS School Social Worker Position Available In Providence, Rhode Island

LTS School Social Worker 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars North Providence, RI 02904 North Providence Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Long Term Substitute School Social Worker to join our team. Lets make a difference together at North Providence Public Schools! Apply today to be part of a community that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in education. This position will begin at the start of the 2025/2026 school year. The duration of this assignment is TBD.

General Duties:

Conduct Social Histories as part of the Special Education evaluation process. Prepare reports and other written documentation. Participate in Evaluation Team meetings, Response to Intervention meetings, and other school related messages. Coordinate Evaluation Team Meetings when necessary. Serve as the liaison between school, families, and community agencies. Work with families and school officials regarding truancy issues. Provide behavior management techniques/strategies to classroom teachers and students within the classroom setting as part of the Response to Intervention model and the IEP process. Provide individual and small group counseling according to IEP mandates and individual school needs. Provide consultation to parents, teachers, and other pertinent staff. Provide in-service training to staff. Attend out-of-district meetings when requested. Submit Medicaid claims in a timely manner. Participate in professional development activities. Respond to crisis intervention situations as needed. Write incident reports as needed. Make necessary calls to DCYF, complete reports and coordinate services. Attend school meetings with parents and staff to discuss social and emotional problems and assist in the development of a plan. Facilitate and coordinate school programs based on school needs. (ex bullying) Facilitate parent workshops as needed. Other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Director of Student Services.