JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Candidate must have a valid New Jersey School or Guidance Counselor Certification OR Educational Services School Social Worker Standard Certificate in compliance with NJ Endorsement Code 3200.
- Effective problem-solving, human relations and communication skills.
- Successful experience working with families and community health and social services agencies.
- Candidate must be able to pass a NJDOE criminal history background check.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- To help students resolve personal, emotional, and social problems that interfere with their adjustment to school and their capacity to enjoy the fullest benefits of the education offered.
- Maintains ongoing communication with the Child Study Team when appropriate.
- Works closely with and involves parents in the resolution of school-related problems.
- Plans home visits or office interviews with family members to assess past and present history and development as well as family dynamics and interactions that are relevant to the child’s adjustment.
- Initiates, facilitates and maintains liaison with community agencies and other resources to meet special needs. Refers parents and child to agencies when appropriate.
- Consults with administration and staff regarding social adjustment factors of students in schools, at home, and in the community.
- Counsels groups of students and/or parents regarding social adjustment problems.
- Assists in upholding and enforcing department rules, administrative regulations and board policy.
- Organizes and carries out school/community workshops.
- Serves as the HIB Anti-Bullying Specialist.
- Serves as the district’s homeless student liaison.
- Assumes other related duties/assignments during the assigned working day, as the Principal deems necessary.
SUBMIT RESUME AND LETTER OF INTEREST TO:
resume@npelem.com