Social Worker II - Adolescent Pregnancy Services

Social Worker II - Adolescent Pregnancy Services 
 

REPORTS TO: Director I - Adolescent Pregnancy Services 
SALARY: $63,426 - $76,417
PAY GRADE: 203
DUTY DAYS: 210
PCN: 14812
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
 

POSITION PURPOSE

Provides social services to pregnant and parenting students in the areas of assessment, counseling, information, referral, follow-up, and coordination of services that address specific needs for at-risk students.
 
 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

Social Work 

• Provides case management services which include assessment, case planning, counseling, information, referral, and follow-up.

• Coordinates pregnancy related services for assigned campuses.

• Follows up with students, parents, and others to determine if needed services were received.

• Monitors attendance and academic performance on a regular basis.

• Arranges home, hospital, and agency visits as appropriate.

• Conducts group meetings and individual counseling sessions with program participants.

• Provides crisis support and counseling to students, parents, and school staff.

• Coordinates and integrates school and community resources; refers school staff and parents to community resources when appropriate.

• Works evenings and weekends when needed to coordinate program services or inform parents, students, and others of available services (such as, community and interagency meetings, health fairs, and so forth).

Assessment 

• Identifies student needs; refers to applicable local/state health & social agencies for appropriate services.

• Participates in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist in interpretation of pregnancy related services for students according to District procedures.

• Develops an Individual Education and Career Plan (IECP) for students in the program.

Consultation 

• Works collaboratively with home, school, and community programs to ensure coordination of services.

• Serves as a consultant to school personnel regarding students or situations that are not referred for direct District or outside services.

• Participates in team and community meetings as requested.

• Informs students and parents of their rights and responsibilities under federal and state law including compulsory attendance.

Program Management

• Develops and maintains effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.

• Documents pertinent information in student case records; maintains required statistical records.

• Compiles, maintains, and files all reports, records, and other required documents.

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and performs as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

• Performs all job related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations.  All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

• Knowledge of comprehensive guidance programs, counseling procedures, casework methods, intervention skills, student appraisal, career development, and community resources.

• Knowledge of social/emotional needs of students and multicultural diversity issues.

• Skill in collaborating with District and outside agencies and organizations.

• Skill in talking to others to convey information effectively one-on-one and in small/large group situations to students, parents, and district staff.

• Ability to exercise discretion regarding matters of a sensitive or confidential nature; and to maintain confidential student records.

• Ability to effectively conference with teachers, parents, and students.

• Ability to work in an alternative and traditional school setting.

• Ability to read and complete forms, documents, and monthly reports.

• Ability to assume responsibility and exercise sound judgment.

• Ability to work prolonged or irregular hours if needed. 

• Ability to use software to create spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing.

• Ability to organize and coordinate work.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.

• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Travels to school district buildings, professional meetings, and student homes.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS, WORK HAZARDS

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.

• Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; frequent walking.

• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 25 pounds); occasional heavy lifting and carrying (25-50 pounds).

• Environment: Works primarily inside; may work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); regular districtwide travel to student homes; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.

• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.

• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  • Master's degree from accredited college or university in Social Work.
• Certification/License:
  • Requires one of the following licenses: 
    o Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW); 
    o Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Experience:
  • 4 years' related work required;
  • Experience working with "at-risk" youth students with disabilities, and diverse populations preferred. 
• Language:
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred in some settings.

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.