School Social Worker
Job Description
School Social Worker: Goddard Public Schools Special Education Cooperative is seeking a World Class School Social Worker to serve students within the Cheney School District. Candidates interested in working in a collaborative and innovative environment with opportunities to develop their professional skills are encouraged to apply. School Social Worker duties include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as an advocate for all children and youth.
- Participates in comprehensive evaluation of students.
- Provides individual and group counseling and support to students.
- Provides support to classroom teachers.
- Responds to crisis situations in schools.
- Implements appropriate programs, groups and initiatives to target at-risk populations.
- Plan individual school programs to promote a positive and caring school climate.
- Coordinates and facilitates appropriate community services to students.
Why Choose the Goddard Public Schools Special Education Cooperative?
- Competitive starting salary
- World Class Facilities
- Advantages of living in Wichita Metro Area
- Experienced staff entering the district are given credit for total years of experience and highest level of education
- Opportunities for professional growth
Candidates must obtain a Master Level Social Work license from the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board prior to employment. Individuals interested in joining the Goddard Public Schools Team will need to complete an on-line application at www.goddardusd.com All questions regarding this position should be directed to Jamie Rinehart-Gaede, Special Education Facilitator, at [email protected] or Brad McCormick, Principal of Cheney Elementary School, at [email protected]. Position open until filled.