Paradise Valley Unified School District
2025-26 Social Worker - Echo Mountain Primary
Paradise Valley Unified School District, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
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Paradise Valley Unified School District The Social Worker serves the student whose social, emotional and/or family problems interfere with his/her capacity to function adequately within an educational environment. The Social Worker professionally assesses the problem(s) in order to provide and refer for interventions that help eliminate barriers to learning. Purpose Statement The Social Worker assists students in removing barriers to learning and developing skills and behaviors critical for academic achievement. They promote and enhance the overall academic success by providing services that strengthen home/school/community partnerships and alleviate barriers to learning. Essential Functions
Ability to work effectively with district and school site administrators, teachers, support staff, parents and community agencies. Demonstrates professional knowledge and engages in ongoing professional development Ability to collaborate with all levels of staff Prepares and maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic records. Skill in identifying the needs of individuals and families in the areas of educational, social, mental health, and medical services, then developing and implementing the appropriate services needed. Maintains confidentiality of student and family situations while recognizing other professionals servicing the student may need appropriate information to adequately support the student. Adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics and SSWAA ethical guidelines Display ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school. Ability to multi-task and respond to emergent situations. Understanding of basic child development and the impact that trauma has on development and systems. Understanding of community based basic needs and social services. Duties To Include But Not Limited To
Collaborates with teachers, administrators, staff, and community by providing support and assistance with social/behavioral management, home visits, truancy, and referral to community resources. Provides direct social work assistance to children and their families. As needed, serves as a support member of school teams to support academic success and social emotional wellbeing. Provides professional support to students during times of transition, heightened stress, critical change or other situations impeding student success. Implements, as appropriate, prevention curriculum programs consistent with current school needs and best practices. Develops and provides crisis intervention strategies to improve student success. Participates in school and District based meetings as required. Serves as a member of multidisciplinary teams to support academic success and social emotional wellbeing. Work collaboratively with district based student support services and programs to align resources for maximum impact. Build partnerships with community agencies for the purpose of meeting student and family needs. Implement social service support throughout the school and/or district that will impact student’s attendance, behavior and grades. Facilitate responsive services through effective use of small group and individual support to assist students in increasing their self-esteem, coping skills, communication skills, social interactions and conflict-resolution management. Requirements
Master's degree in social work (M.S.W.) required AZBBHE License or ADE School Social Work Certification preferred Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions. Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information NonDiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.
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2025-26 Social Worker - Echo Mountain Primary
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Paradise Valley Unified School District The Social Worker serves the student whose social, emotional and/or family problems interfere with his/her capacity to function adequately within an educational environment. The Social Worker professionally assesses the problem(s) in order to provide and refer for interventions that help eliminate barriers to learning. Purpose Statement The Social Worker assists students in removing barriers to learning and developing skills and behaviors critical for academic achievement. They promote and enhance the overall academic success by providing services that strengthen home/school/community partnerships and alleviate barriers to learning. Essential Functions
Ability to work effectively with district and school site administrators, teachers, support staff, parents and community agencies. Demonstrates professional knowledge and engages in ongoing professional development Ability to collaborate with all levels of staff Prepares and maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic records. Skill in identifying the needs of individuals and families in the areas of educational, social, mental health, and medical services, then developing and implementing the appropriate services needed. Maintains confidentiality of student and family situations while recognizing other professionals servicing the student may need appropriate information to adequately support the student. Adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics and SSWAA ethical guidelines Display ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school. Ability to multi-task and respond to emergent situations. Understanding of basic child development and the impact that trauma has on development and systems. Understanding of community based basic needs and social services. Duties To Include But Not Limited To
Collaborates with teachers, administrators, staff, and community by providing support and assistance with social/behavioral management, home visits, truancy, and referral to community resources. Provides direct social work assistance to children and their families. As needed, serves as a support member of school teams to support academic success and social emotional wellbeing. Provides professional support to students during times of transition, heightened stress, critical change or other situations impeding student success. Implements, as appropriate, prevention curriculum programs consistent with current school needs and best practices. Develops and provides crisis intervention strategies to improve student success. Participates in school and District based meetings as required. Serves as a member of multidisciplinary teams to support academic success and social emotional wellbeing. Work collaboratively with district based student support services and programs to align resources for maximum impact. Build partnerships with community agencies for the purpose of meeting student and family needs. Implement social service support throughout the school and/or district that will impact student’s attendance, behavior and grades. Facilitate responsive services through effective use of small group and individual support to assist students in increasing their self-esteem, coping skills, communication skills, social interactions and conflict-resolution management. Requirements
Master's degree in social work (M.S.W.) required AZBBHE License or ADE School Social Work Certification preferred Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions. Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information NonDiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.
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