K-4 School Social Worker at United Cerebral Palsy of Northeastern ME

Bangor, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Socioemotional Support, Individual Counseling, Social Skills Group, Behavioral Crisis Management, Collaboration, Communication, Clinical Services, De-escalation, Clinical Training, Trauma, Friendship-Building, Coping Skill Usage, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Developmental Milestones, Behavioral Interventions

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Brief description of the position The School Social Worker will meet provide socioemotional support to children ages 4-12 in a special education setting. This support may include individual counseling, social skills group, or support during a behavioral crisis. The School Social Worker will work collaboratively with teachers, ed techs, behavior analysts, and other team members in order to provide a positive school environment. He/she will maintain open communication with parents and other providers to best serve the student. Part Time position. Responsibilities: · Provide clinical services to student in a special education program for prek-4th grade individually or in groups. · Provide modeling for other staff in handling de-escalation in a kind, ethical manner. · Provide clinical training to ed tech and teaching staff on topics such as trauma, friendship-building, or coping skill usage. Benefits Realistic caseload expectations Daytime hours Part-time with flexibility, Individual and team supervision Professional development opportunities including a yearly stipend Competitive pay and benefits Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Supportive team environment 401(k) (with matching up to 3% after 1 year) Requirements QUALIFICATIONS · Licensed Clinician (LCPC preferred). · Experience with, or willingness to learn about, children with Autism Spectrum disorder, ADHD and trauma. · Knowledge of developmental milestones and behavioral interventions. · Must obtain CPR/First Aid/BBP certifications within 60 days of hire (provided by UCP). · Must obtain Safety Care certification within 30 days of hire (provided by UCP). · Must pass DHHS background check · Valid State of Maine driver license, reliable transportation with proof of registration and insurance, and willingness to use own transportation for work.

Responsibilities

The School Social Worker will provide socioemotional support to children aged 4-12 in a special education setting through individual counseling, social skills groups, or support during behavioral crises. This role involves working collaboratively with teachers and other team members while maintaining open communication with parents and providers to best serve the student.