School Social Worker

The position of the Social Worker was established to support and be a resource to students, families, and staff so that students can achieve their educational goals. The social worker will promote the mission, visions, and student outcomes identified in the Strategic Direction Plan and the Building School Improvement Plan and will adhere to the policies of East Maine School District 63 and as required by the Illinois School Code. 

Specific skill and knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:  

• Knowledge and skill of best practices of social work in the school setting, including theoretical perspectives and clinical applications  
• Knowledge of special education laws and procedures  
• Knowledge of resources for students available throughout the district and outside the district  
• Concepts of grammar and punctuation  
• Reading fluency and comprehension 
•  Mathematical skills as required by position  
• Safety practices  
• Operation of standard office equipment including using pertinent job-related software applications 

Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:  

• Effectively setting priorities, resulting in clear schedules and important work being accomplished in an efficient manner  
• Revising plans or programs when needed  
• Displaying high standards of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality in interactions with colleagues, students, and the public  
•  Advocating for students when needed  
• Reflecting on professional practice  
• Effectively presenting information in one-to-one and group situations to students  
• Working with emotionally, physically, and/or mentally impaired students  
• Maintaining confidentiality  
• Maintaining composure under stressful situations   
• Maintaining effective decision-making skills  
• Communicating tactfully and courteously with diverse groups  
• Adapting to changing work priorities  
• Working collaboratively as a part of a team 
• Applying common sense understanding to carry out instructions