Job description

Social Worker (LSC, LPC, LSW, BCBA)

Description:

The Social Worker is a strong student advocate responsible for supporting referred students in targeted skill-building in the areas of social, emotional, or behavioral development. The counselor will use previous and current data to assess student SEB response and individual needs. The counselor will have a particular focus on improving student SEB success in the classroom, subsequently increasing student in-class instructional time and/or academic success. The Social Worker will take into account teacher instructional and management style and provide suggested supports, materials and/or strategies when applicable. The SW will collaborate with parents and staff in a professional manner to ensure the support and agreement of all participants.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to: K-12 Restorative Interventions Counseling Coordinator

Direct Reports: This is a non-supervisory position.

Compensation:

This is a full-time, 209-day position. Salary range is noted on the 209-day salary scale on the Pinnacle website. See a detailed outline of benefits and additional compensation at the bottom of the job description.

Essential Functions:

• The Social Worker will receive referrals from the counseling department and collaborate with counselors, psychologists, teachers, administrators and parents to develop an individualized plan.
• Conduct classroom observations to gather data.
• Create Bx plan that includes details of intervention(s), duration, frequency, participants, method of data collection
• Provide push-in behavioral coaching, when indicated in Bx plan.
• Keeps an updated schedule of sessions and tasks
• Attend parent-teacher, parent-administrator, parent-counselor, and/or 504 meetings
• Attends mental health/counseling department meetings
• Gather pre- and post-data to evaluate efficacy of tier 3 interventions, and communicate this with supervisor and stakeholders
• Works with counselors to conduct individual and/or whole school assessments, gathering valuable data to drive goal-setting, mental health initiatives, and decision-making
• Serves as a member on the crisis support team
• Performs additional duties as needed and assigned
• Regular and timely attendance

General Abilities, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Skills:

• LSC, LPC, LSW, BCBA
• Current in ASCA practices and standards
• Experience working in schools
• Ability to collaborate with the mental health team
• Familiarity with school assessment tools, SRA and TA protocols
• Knowledge of Infinite Campus and confidential entry preferred
• Understanding of Restorative Practices and their importance in the classroom.
• Strong time management skills to support caseload proportionately
• Ability to collaborate and communicate while appreciating the diverse background of students, parents, peers, and the community
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
• Creative and flexible in time of change
• Demonstrated success as an innovator of creative solutions at work
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills (conflict management and resolution).
• Excellent organization skills
• Experience with second language learners.
• Growth-oriented approach; always looking for ways to improve professionally
• Professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor

Working Conditions:

Exposure/Noise Level: Occasional exposure to airborne particles, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions. Normal school environment with moderate to high noise level.

Mental Functions: Analyze, collaboration, communicate, compare, compilation of data, compute, coordinate, copy, direct, evaluate, instruct, interpersonal skills, present, report, synthesize.

Physical Activities: Office and school environment including computer interface. Bend, reach, sit, stand, stoop, talk, walk, and heavy person-to-person interaction with students, parents, peers, and community members.

Weight and Force Demands: Moderate physical activity (lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 25 pounds).

Other: May be required to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work related functions.

Note: In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, during the 2021-2022 school year, school staff are critical employees and are expected to perform work on campus as required.

Why work for Pinnacle?

As a member of the Pinnacle PACK, you will have the opportunity to be influential every day and make an impact in the in the lives of our students and our larger community! Our team and school community are diverse and we embrace that diversity as an encouraging, friendly, open, and supportive team and school. We invest in our team members by providing a balanced, growth-oriented, and supportive work environment, while helping you achieve your career goals within and beyond Pinnacle. Additionally, we offer a robust, comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and AD&D plans (100% employer paid for the employee)!
• Participation in the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA (click HERE to learn more)!
• PERA 401K, 403B, and Roth IRA retirement options!
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to include Healthcare and Dependent Care!
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents!
• Short and Long Term Disability!
• AFLAC add-ons to include accident, critical illness, and hospital plans!
• Employee Assistance Program with up to four free counseling sessions!

If you want to be part of a caring, supportive community and make a difference as part of the Pinnacle PACK, apply now!

About Pinnacle:

Pinnacle Charter School has served the community for more than 20 years. Authorized by the Colorado Charter School Institute, the Pinnacle is a Title I K-12 school supporting more than 2,000 students in achieving excellence in all aspects of their lives. The K-8 building is located at 1001 West 84th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO. The high school is located at 8412 Huron Street, Thornton, CO. For more information visit https://www.pinnaclecharterschool.org/.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug-free work environment. We participate in E-Verify as part of our onboarding process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,448.00 - $160,867.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Federal Heights, CO 80260: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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