Mount Prospect Academy
School Social Worker
Mount Prospect Academy, Plymouth, New Hampshire, United States, 03264
Job Posting: School Social Worker at Mount Prospect Academy
Step into a meaningful role as a
School Social Worker
at Mount Prospect Academy (MPA) and become an essential pillar of our team. We're on the lookout for dedicated professionals who wholeheartedly support our mission of empowering young individuals to overcome challenges and discover their true potential. The School Social Worker is a qualified, Master-level mental health professional who wholeheartedly supports the mission of Mount Prospect Academy, Inc.
The role provides a Monday through Friday work schedule without weekend duties, and offers a salary range from $60,000 to $65,000. We invite you to apply your experience at MPA!
At MPA, we're not just educators; we're advocates for positive change in the lives of our students. As a School Social Worker, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team of mental health professionals, collaborating closely with students, families, and school staff to address their unique needs and foster growth.
Your role will be pivotal in providing behavioral, emotional, and educational counseling to both groups and individuals, assisting students in adjusting to school and community life, and serving as a liaison to other agencies for our day students enrolled in Mount Prospect Academy's academic programs.
Summary of Job Responsibilities:
Collaborating with the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team members regarding student progress on applied counseling goals.
Working with team members to develop and update Individualized Crisis Support Plans for each student; these will be drafted during the first week of enrollment and updated routinely based on the needs of the student.
Providing clinical support to students focusing on personal strengths and challenges and developing adaptive strategies to assist the student in achieving success, through a skills-based approach.
Writing and presenting comprehensive case conceptualizations to faculty, referrals, families and administration.
Building a positive therapeutic rapport with students and faculty, while supporting a trauma informed approach within the academic setting
Using the Restorative Justice Planning process to support students with accountability and being a positive member of the academic community
Collaborating and developing individualized plans for each student and providing documentation of student participation and behavior through daily case notes
Maintaining student files within the established protocols and policy guidelines to insure clarity, continuity and confidentiality
Coordinating contact between family, school and other invested stakeholders to ensure a best practice and holistic approach to treatment
Coordinating weekly Treatment Team meetings to monitor student growth and progress
Documenting all collateral contacts including telephone and email pertaining to treatment
Overseeing bi-weekly reports and monitoring trauma informed communication between school and external contacts, including review of data with the academic team
Providing individual and group counseling services with documentation of all treatment provided maintained in case notes and service logs completed within the MPA prescribed timelines
Attending all meetings that are focused on the identified student as needed.
Developing and maintaining community, governmental, and other public and private resources and relationships, including participating in professional organizations
Facilitating trauma trainings for all faculty as part of the yearly academic training calendar
Supporting crisis intervention within the academic setting
Providing safety assessments for SI/HI behaviors, and consulting with other clinicians as necessary
Maintaining student confidentiality and reporting all pertinent information to the academic administrators
Professionally representing Mount Prospect Academy Inc. while collaborating with external stakeholders
Following all company policies and procedures.
Continuing to research current Evidence Based Practices to support personal, professional and program development
Maintaining a lifelong learning approach to professional development, including a plan for professional licensure, maintaining certification with the NH DOE and other professional goals.
Other duties as assigned.
Benefits (Full-time):
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement Plan (403B)
STD & LTD
Life Insurance
AD & D
Comprehensive wellness initiatives
Paid time off
Employee discount program
Expense reimbursement
Further education opportunities
Access to outdoor equipment, adventure outings, company gym and training facilities
Regular wellness and team-building activities
Free meals and Company Swag
Dynamic professional development opportunities
Requirements, Education, and/or Experience:
Master's degree in social work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or related field required.
Licensed or in process of being licensed through the NH Department of Education and NH Board of Mental Health Practice.
NH DOE Certification in School Social Work.
Minimum 2 years' experience counseling adolescents and families.
Position requires a criminal history background check.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
This job requires prolonged sitting or standing, occasional stooping, bending, and reaching. Ability to occasionally travel and work in noisy and crowded environments. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required.
Join us at Mount Prospect Academy and be part of a supportive community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people. Apply Now to embark on a rewarding career with us!
Mount Prospect Academy assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. MPA strongly recommends, but does not require, that all faculty stay protected against COVID-19 by getting their primary vaccine series and staying up to date with a booster dose if eligible.
PId21e79cc1648-35216-35428365
Step into a meaningful role as a
School Social Worker
at Mount Prospect Academy (MPA) and become an essential pillar of our team. We're on the lookout for dedicated professionals who wholeheartedly support our mission of empowering young individuals to overcome challenges and discover their true potential. The School Social Worker is a qualified, Master-level mental health professional who wholeheartedly supports the mission of Mount Prospect Academy, Inc.
The role provides a Monday through Friday work schedule without weekend duties, and offers a salary range from $60,000 to $65,000. We invite you to apply your experience at MPA!
At MPA, we're not just educators; we're advocates for positive change in the lives of our students. As a School Social Worker, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team of mental health professionals, collaborating closely with students, families, and school staff to address their unique needs and foster growth.
Your role will be pivotal in providing behavioral, emotional, and educational counseling to both groups and individuals, assisting students in adjusting to school and community life, and serving as a liaison to other agencies for our day students enrolled in Mount Prospect Academy's academic programs.
Summary of Job Responsibilities:
Collaborating with the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team members regarding student progress on applied counseling goals.
Working with team members to develop and update Individualized Crisis Support Plans for each student; these will be drafted during the first week of enrollment and updated routinely based on the needs of the student.
Providing clinical support to students focusing on personal strengths and challenges and developing adaptive strategies to assist the student in achieving success, through a skills-based approach.
Writing and presenting comprehensive case conceptualizations to faculty, referrals, families and administration.
Building a positive therapeutic rapport with students and faculty, while supporting a trauma informed approach within the academic setting
Using the Restorative Justice Planning process to support students with accountability and being a positive member of the academic community
Collaborating and developing individualized plans for each student and providing documentation of student participation and behavior through daily case notes
Maintaining student files within the established protocols and policy guidelines to insure clarity, continuity and confidentiality
Coordinating contact between family, school and other invested stakeholders to ensure a best practice and holistic approach to treatment
Coordinating weekly Treatment Team meetings to monitor student growth and progress
Documenting all collateral contacts including telephone and email pertaining to treatment
Overseeing bi-weekly reports and monitoring trauma informed communication between school and external contacts, including review of data with the academic team
Providing individual and group counseling services with documentation of all treatment provided maintained in case notes and service logs completed within the MPA prescribed timelines
Attending all meetings that are focused on the identified student as needed.
Developing and maintaining community, governmental, and other public and private resources and relationships, including participating in professional organizations
Facilitating trauma trainings for all faculty as part of the yearly academic training calendar
Supporting crisis intervention within the academic setting
Providing safety assessments for SI/HI behaviors, and consulting with other clinicians as necessary
Maintaining student confidentiality and reporting all pertinent information to the academic administrators
Professionally representing Mount Prospect Academy Inc. while collaborating with external stakeholders
Following all company policies and procedures.
Continuing to research current Evidence Based Practices to support personal, professional and program development
Maintaining a lifelong learning approach to professional development, including a plan for professional licensure, maintaining certification with the NH DOE and other professional goals.
Other duties as assigned.
Benefits (Full-time):
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement Plan (403B)
STD & LTD
Life Insurance
AD & D
Comprehensive wellness initiatives
Paid time off
Employee discount program
Expense reimbursement
Further education opportunities
Access to outdoor equipment, adventure outings, company gym and training facilities
Regular wellness and team-building activities
Free meals and Company Swag
Dynamic professional development opportunities
Requirements, Education, and/or Experience:
Master's degree in social work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or related field required.
Licensed or in process of being licensed through the NH Department of Education and NH Board of Mental Health Practice.
NH DOE Certification in School Social Work.
Minimum 2 years' experience counseling adolescents and families.
Position requires a criminal history background check.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
This job requires prolonged sitting or standing, occasional stooping, bending, and reaching. Ability to occasionally travel and work in noisy and crowded environments. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job is required.
Join us at Mount Prospect Academy and be part of a supportive community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people. Apply Now to embark on a rewarding career with us!
Mount Prospect Academy assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. MPA strongly recommends, but does not require, that all faculty stay protected against COVID-19 by getting their primary vaccine series and staying up to date with a booster dose if eligible.
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