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Start Your Online Application Now<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.applitrack.com%2Fparkrapids%2FOnlineApp%2FJobPostings%2FView.asp%3FAppliTrackJobId%3D977&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C5bab196b61e2467291c908dd871cee6f%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638815280509492441%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=M8VGp%2FYkeerDsRGWO7kn6CohGei3l7xS6vqcxZZF78U%3D&reserved=0> Park Rapids Area Schools is seeking a Licensed School Social Worker 1.0 FTE with a current MN DHS license in Social Work to serve students during the 2025-26 school year. Current MN licensure preferred or the ability to obtain MN licensure through PELSB. This position will support students at Century School and the High School with a focus to provide social work services to prekindergarten through grade 12 students while facilitating a successful education and interpret child specific needs for students of the Park Rapids School District by establishing positive relationships between parents, school and outside agencies. Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility: * Establish communication between home, school and other agencies * Interpret school policy and procedures to parents and outside agencies. * Coordinate interventions between home, school and outside agencies. * Become involved in crisis situations with the school. * Investigate truancy/educational neglect problems. * Mediate communication problems that may occur between parents and school. * Facilitate reporting of suspected neglect and child abuse through designated channels. * Cooperate in intervention plans with community agencies. * Provide liaison between school and community service providers. * Conference with teachers and District staff regarding individual student&#8217;s problems and needs. * Consult with parents toward understanding of their role in adjustment of child and what they may do to help special needs of child within the home. * Refer parents to relevant outside agencies for additional services for child and/or family. * Attempt to resolve crisis behavior/emotional problems presented by students. * Advise parents of their right regarding the services provided to their child by the school. * Interpret to school personnel the specific needs of child due to his/her family social situations. * Provide group work services at direction of Director of Special Education. * Provide social history on children with special needs when necessary to develop special plan to meet that individual&#8217;s needs. * Develop programs to further staff&#8217;s/student&#8217;s understanding of at-risk behavior. * Meet with teachers and support staff to facilitate implementations of plans to address student needs. Candidates should have the ability to work as a team in planning and support to create a positive learning environment, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. Teachers and Staff at Park Rapids Area Schools are supported through staff development. We believe in supporting teacher and staff growth and program success. Welcome to Park Rapids Area Schools! We are a progressive district seeking out motivational educators to take our programs to the next level. Park Rapids schools has a history of vision and excellence which is summed up by our mission: &#8220;Preparing today&#8217;s learners for tomorrow&#8217;s challenges.&#8221; Park Rapids Area Schools is located in Park Rapids, the county seat for Hubbard County. The population of Park Rapids in 2020 was 4,059 with a total county population at 20,655. Park Rapids Area Schools includes 4 schools that serve 1650 students ranging from grades PK through 12. In addition, the school district has an active Alternative Learning Center that serves approximately 40 students and a Community Education that serves over 7,000 community members on an annual basis. Park Rapids boasts the Headwaters of the Mississippi River as well as over 400 area lakes. 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Interested candidates can apply online at the Park Rapids Schools website; https://www.applitrack.com/parkrapids/onlineapp/<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.applitrack.com%2Fparkrapids%2Fonlineapp%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C5bab196b61e2467291c908dd871cee6f%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638815280509565937%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pHcr2fWYB0sl%2BLnj0xGmqP1Y6FlRMdEp0cMTaG%2Bx8uI%3D&reserved=0> Or call Human Resources for questions; Marie Frost 218-237-6508 Pay range $$41,647- $79,396, Education and Years of service calculated. *CBA expires 6/30/2025 and will be subject to negotiations for the 2025-2026 SY. 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