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School Social Worker - Austin Minnesota Public School District #492

Posted on 2024-03-22 2:07:22 PM

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Start Your Online Application Now<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.applitrack.com%2Faustink12%2FOnlineApp%2FJobPostings%2FView.asp%3FAppliTrackJobId%3D3220&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C26a6490284a84d6695fc08dc4aa34c9a%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638467312421935115%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=mcINMzfgbEPOybq074xIvv7CVYxdn20zZAdPiSGt27c%3D&reserved=0> The Austin Public School District is seeking to hire a Full Time School Social Worker effective for the 2024-2025 school year. Applications will be accepted, and highly qualified candidates will be interviewed now until the position is filled. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a proper License from the Minnesota Department of Education. Degree Information: Type of degree: (B.S., M.A., etc.) Minimum Bachelor's Degree. Prefer Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) Identify licenses/certification required upon hiring: Licensed as a School Social Worker by MN Board of Teaching Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Special Services and Building Principal, the Licensed School Social Worker provides direct and indirect social work services to students experiencing social, emotional and/or behavioral problems that interfere with their performance in school, and facilitates communication among school, home and community providers. Essential knowledge and specialized subject knowledge required to perform the essential functions of the job: * Working knowledge of the principals, practices and ethical standards of School Social Work; the relevant state and federal laws, rules and regulations; and applicable district policies. * Current knowledge of the community resources and support systems available to assist students and their families. * Ability to deal effectively and appropriately with students, parents and other educational professionals regarding student concerns and problems. * Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. * Ability to consult with school personnel in developing and implementing effective social and behavioral interventions for students. * Ability to travel between and among school sites throughout the District and to students&#8217; homes, as necessary. * Ability to be flexible and prioritize activities. Annual Salary Range is according to education and experience (includes a competitive benefits package of paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, etc.) according to the AEA Working Agreement located within the Human Resource section of the Austin Public Schools website at www.austin.k12.mn.us<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.austin.k12.mn.us%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C26a6490284a84d6695fc08dc4aa34c9a%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638467312421951104%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=J%2B%2F664%2BHNzPHSAcadsa%2B2f1qqJcYN%2B28grrTwuzKsg8%3D&reserved=0>. As Equal Opportunity Employer, Austin Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or membership or activity in a local commission. The school district strongly encourages anyone interested to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available. Austin Minnesota Public School District #492 uses the applicant tracking<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.frontlineeducation.com%2Fsolutions%2Frecruiting-hiring%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C26a6490284a84d6695fc08dc4aa34c9a%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638467312421960695%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=jqxudF2HlfVWm9B3UQWwaAK3dJiCMvs%2F7hW1pF0h7ug%3D&reserved=0> system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online This email may contain information that is confidential or attorney-client privileged and may constitute inside information. The contents of this email are intended only for the recipient(s) listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are directed not to read, disclose, distribute or otherwise use this transmission. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the transmission. Delivery of this message is not intended to waive any applicable privileges.
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The Austin Public School District is seeking to hire a Full Time School Social Worker effective for the 2024-2025 school year.
Applications will be accepted, and highly qualified candidates will be interviewed now until the position is filled. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a proper License from the Minnesota Department of Education.
Degree Information:

Type of degree: (B.S., M.A., etc.) Minimum Bachelor's Degree. Prefer Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Identify licenses/certification required upon hiring:

Licensed as a School Social Worker by MN Board of Teaching

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Special Services and Building Principal, the Licensed School Social Worker provides direct and indirect social work services to students experiencing social, emotional and/or behavioral problems that interfere with their performance in school, and facilitates communication among school, home and community providers.

Essential knowledge and specialized subject knowledge required to perform the essential functions of the job:

  • Working knowledge of the principals, practices and ethical standards of School Social Work; the relevant state and federal laws, rules and regulations; and applicable district policies.
  • Current knowledge of the community resources and support systems available to assist students and their families.
  • Ability to deal effectively and appropriately with students, parents and other educational professionals regarding student concerns and problems.
  • Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to consult with school personnel in developing and implementing effective social and behavioral interventions for students.
  • Ability to travel between and among school sites throughout the District and to students’ homes, as necessary.
  • Ability to be flexible and prioritize activities.

Annual Salary Range is according to education and experience (includes a competitive benefits package of paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, etc.) according to the AEA Working Agreement located within the Human Resource section of the Austin Public Schools website at www.austin.k12.mn.us.

As Equal Opportunity Employer, Austin Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or membership or activity in a local commission. The school district strongly encourages anyone interested to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.



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