Job Description:

Location: C.H. Barrows STEM Academy and Central Office

The Social Worker Assistant is required to work under the direct supervision of the Social Worker.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
Ensures the safety of students
Implements the Windham Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
Assist with managing the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
Maintains accurate and complete records as required
Assist with assessing student learning on continual basis and identifies areas of intervention if needed
Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Windham Board of Education
Maintains respect for confidential information
Assist with designing instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the educator and learner
Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
Practices in accordance with the Standards for School Social Work Practice in Connecticut, as developed by the CT DOE
Other duties as assigned by Administrator and/or Superintendent

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
Makes contact with the public with tact and diplomacy
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., home and discipline situations, medical background and family history
Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Basic computer skills
Small group instruction
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to work well with students, families, and all other stakeholders

QUALIFICATIONS
Associate's in Social Work required, Bachelor's in Social Work preferred
Social Work experience preferred
Possess a thorough knowledge of present practices and current trends in social work
Experience in working directly with students and families
Appropriate communication skills – both oral and written
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Salary: In accordance with the WFEP contract