Position Type: Student Support Services/School Social Worker
Date Posted: 5/1/2024
Location: Multiple Schools
Date Available: 08/28/2024
Closing Date: 05/19/2024
Position: School Social Worker or School Psychologist - 2024-2025 School Year
Position Summary: Ridgewood Public Schools seeks a School Social Worker or School Psychologist to case manage and meet the needs of our students and their families that are part of our Emotional Regulation/Behavior Disability Program shared between Somerville Elementary School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School for the 2024-2025 school year. The selected individual will conduct assessments and assist in establishing educational and/or management plans for the atypical learner in conjunction with other team members and staff. The selected individual will consult with teachers on the learning, behavioral and emotional needs for classified students, provide counseling as a related service as per student IEPs, and maintain a high level of competency and keep abreast of developments in content, methodology and assessment.
Qualifications: - New Jersey School Social Worker or School Psychologist Certification.
- Must have experience on a Child Study Team, preferably at the elementary level
- Must demonstrate the necessary specialized skills and personal characteristics to carry out the philosophy and instructional program of the Ridgewood Public Schools
- Must have knowledge of and ability to meet state mandates related to students with disabilities especially those who require a specialized program to support their social, emotional, and behavioral development.
- Must demonstrate expertise in educational evaluation, data analysis and interpretation, educational program planning, management and consultation for the atypical learner in conjunction with other team members and staff.
- Must have experience developing and monitoring the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (I.E.P.)
- Must be able to effectively communicate with teachers, parents, and administrators both verbally and in writing
- Must be able to work collaboratively and have experience maintaining harmonious relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Must have skills and experience in case management and counseling.
Start Date: August 28, 2024 plus 3 days NTO
Working Conditions: Full time, tenure track position, salary as per negotiated contract, and health benefits
Selection Process: Interview
Application Procedure: To apply for this position, please go to
http://www.ridgewood.k12.nj.us/ and click on the JOB OPPORTUNITIES link to complete the application process. Please do not mail, email, or bring resumes to the district HR office or any of our schools. Unsolicited paper documents will be discarded.
The Ridgewood Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.