Duties & Resonsilbilities of a social worker
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Duties & Responsibilities of a Social Worker Social work is instinctively infused with immense responsibility, dedication, and hard work. Even though the main task is about serving a particular cause that directly generates a positive effect on the individuals in the society, the professional is expected to be highly responsible, and diligent about the duties allotted. Some people tend to think that being a social worker is not that big a task, but it is essential for them to know that one has to be selfless and should have the drive to bring about some noticeable improvement in the environment. For this, an extremely passionate and revolutionary approach is important so that such notions can be infused in the society on a macro level. Being a social worker means that you are primarily expected to deal with people, their social, economic, political, personal problems, and devise solutions that can work against degenerative influences on the individuals' life. It is therefore the responsibility of the professional to inculcate in an individual an inspirational, stimulating approach, so that he/she can be motivated to instigate some progress or development in his/her respective life. This can be done by working in a social work community like an NGO, educational sector, financial/economic, or medical sector. Human understanding, patience, desire to counsel, and rid them off their problems are some of the essential elements that come under the responsibilities of a social worker. It is also very important to possess strong grasp over communication and interactive skills since interpersonal maneuvering tend to have the most influence in the realm of social work. Moreover, there should be an inherent drive to participate selflessly in social working events since such activities sustain the level of realization, and open new directions where new responsibilities are endowed and excessive learning takes place. It is true that formal education can turn out to be the best source in revealing the basic responsibilities expected of a social worker, understanding, and realizing the dire need of development, progress, change, improved perspective, and other notions tend to play a significant role in making you a certified and recognized social worker. With the progress of position, the responsibilities tend to increase, but what is most important about being a social worker is, you are after all a human being, and all it takes to social working is helping out your fellow beings. Understanding and realization are the two most pertinent elements in due course.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work in a decision-making capacity with Director of Elementary Education, Coordinator of School Readiness, site administrators, parent groups, business and community leaders, grant and other funding sources to utilize available program resources.
Serve as a liaison between staff, students, parents, referral agencies, schools, departments/division, committees and agencies for school readiness, interests, information and concerns. Provide leadership in publicizing, marketing and promoting First Five School Readiness throughout the District and community. Coordinate and chair meetings with groups, individuals and agencies affected by program services. Attend and/or facilitate appropriate advisory committee, council and staff meetings. Provide information and assist in developing strategies for effective utilization of funding. Assist families as they enroll their child or transition their child from preschool to elementary; ensure that they receive educational and other services for which they are eligible i.e., school meal programs, after school programs, English Language Learner, and special education programs. Inform school personnel, parents and guardians of all of the services and programs provided for these children. Plan and assist preschool children and families with transportation, school supplies, emergency clothing, referrals to medical, dental, mental health or other services they may need through coordination with social service and community organizations. Collaborate with youth serving organizations. Provide emotional support and encouragement to students and families, as needed. Attend a variety of meetings, conferences, seminars, and workshops to increase awareness of school readiness, programs, activities, and materials. Provide support for parent involvement in education.
Provide links between the preschool students, families and District resources
for enrichment and/or academic support. Gather data on preschool students, maintains records on students served including grade level, school, referral process and specific services provided. Perform intensive support services to eligible families with children identified for recruitment from the prenatal stage to five years of age; facilitate the role of parents as their child’s first teacher, and support the increased self sufficiency of families.
Provide case management services in conjunction with the family support team model; work with the family support team to do assessments, linking, monitoring, evaluation, and case planning. Attend individual weekly meeting with assigned supervisor; attend and participate in staff and mandatory meetings, workshops, conferences, and inservice training programs; attend parent education meetings and workshops, including some weekend-sponsored activities. Communicate with parents about monthly parent meetings, parent education opportunities, community resources, field trips, events, and other activities; engage speakers to speak to parents. Collect and record confidential data on participating families on an ongoing basis according to established guidelines; maintain computer-based documentation of all contacts, referrals, and services provided and outcomes achieved for participants; participate in data gathering and evaluation to evaluate case management services and deliver; provide data to state and federal agencies; maintain current attendance files. Collaborate with community organizations to support students and families; work with community based service providers to identify needs and determine case management plans. Assist students and families in accessing school and community services by providing instruction in self-advocacy, including completion of complex forms and applications. Consult and collaborate with school readiness personnel to promote a school environment responsive to the needs of children. Perform other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor within the limits of the contract.
QUALIFICATIONS of a social worker
Knowledge of: Principles and procedures related to student support programs and services. Counseling techniques, laws, rules and regulations. Child abuse reporting laws. Registration procedures. Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of District students. Federal, state, and local governmental and non-governmental agencies Federal legislation and requirements in regards to homeless education principles and practices. The community and its resources.
Should have the Abiility to: Supervise and coordinate multi-site activities. Prepare and present oral and written reports, clearly and concisely. Give direction and explain procedures and expectations clearly. Supervise, evaluate, and assess the work of subordinate employees. Analyze unfamiliar situations and problems and take appropriate action with tact and diplomacy. Establish priorities and deadlines and plan work with only overall objective defined. Read and understand state and federal guidelines, program requirements, and written reports. Compile and analyze information and prepare reports. Supervise the performance of assigned personnel. Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Plan and organize work. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Work independently with little direction to meet schedules and time lines. Maintain consistent and punctual attendance. Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES This position requires: Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE A Master’s Degree in social work is required. Experience in student/community education; in planning and implementing programs and services for students, staff and families; and/or other related experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is desired.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work in a decision-making capacity with Director of Elementary Education, Coordinator of School Readiness, site administrators, parent groups, business and community leaders, grant and other funding sources to utilize available program resources.
Serve as a liaison between staff, students, parents, referral agencies, schools, departments/division, committees and agencies for school readiness, interests, information and concerns. Provide leadership in publicizing, marketing and promoting First Five School Readiness throughout the District and community. Coordinate and chair meetings with groups, individuals and agencies affected by program services. Attend and/or facilitate appropriate advisory committee, council and staff meetings. Provide information and assist in developing strategies for effective utilization of funding. Assist families as they enroll their child or transition their child from preschool to elementary; ensure that they receive educational and other services for which they are eligible i.e., school meal programs, after school programs, English Language Learner, and special education programs. Inform school personnel, parents and guardians of all of the services and programs provided for these children. Plan and assist preschool children and families with transportation, school supplies, emergency clothing, referrals to medical, dental, mental health or other services they may need through coordination with social service and community organizations. Collaborate with youth serving organizations. Provide emotional support and encouragement to students and families, as needed. Attend a variety of meetings, conferences, seminars, and workshops to increase awareness of school readiness, programs, activities, and materials. Provide support for parent involvement in education.
Provide links between the preschool students, families and District resources
for enrichment and/or academic support. Gather data on preschool students, maintains records on students served including grade level, school, referral process and specific services provided. Perform intensive support services to eligible families with children identified for recruitment from the prenatal stage to five years of age; facilitate the role of parents as their child’s first teacher, and support the increased self sufficiency of families.
Provide case management services in conjunction with the family support team model; work with the family support team to do assessments, linking, monitoring, evaluation, and case planning. Attend individual weekly meeting with assigned supervisor; attend and participate in staff and mandatory meetings, workshops, conferences, and inservice training programs; attend parent education meetings and workshops, including some weekend-sponsored activities. Communicate with parents about monthly parent meetings, parent education opportunities, community resources, field trips, events, and other activities; engage speakers to speak to parents. Collect and record confidential data on participating families on an ongoing basis according to established guidelines; maintain computer-based documentation of all contacts, referrals, and services provided and outcomes achieved for participants; participate in data gathering and evaluation to evaluate case management services and deliver; provide data to state and federal agencies; maintain current attendance files. Collaborate with community organizations to support students and families; work with community based service providers to identify needs and determine case management plans. Assist students and families in accessing school and community services by providing instruction in self-advocacy, including completion of complex forms and applications. Consult and collaborate with school readiness personnel to promote a school environment responsive to the needs of children. Perform other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor within the limits of the contract.
QUALIFICATIONS of a social worker
Knowledge of: Principles and procedures related to student support programs and services. Counseling techniques, laws, rules and regulations. Child abuse reporting laws. Registration procedures. Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of District students. Federal, state, and local governmental and non-governmental agencies Federal legislation and requirements in regards to homeless education principles and practices. The community and its resources.
Should have the Abiility to: Supervise and coordinate multi-site activities. Prepare and present oral and written reports, clearly and concisely. Give direction and explain procedures and expectations clearly. Supervise, evaluate, and assess the work of subordinate employees. Analyze unfamiliar situations and problems and take appropriate action with tact and diplomacy. Establish priorities and deadlines and plan work with only overall objective defined. Read and understand state and federal guidelines, program requirements, and written reports. Compile and analyze information and prepare reports. Supervise the performance of assigned personnel. Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Plan and organize work. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Work independently with little direction to meet schedules and time lines. Maintain consistent and punctual attendance. Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES This position requires: Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE A Master’s Degree in social work is required. Experience in student/community education; in planning and implementing programs and services for students, staff and families; and/or other related experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is desired.
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