School Social Worker

Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!

Summary of position:
To enhance the effectiveness of educational services for students with special education or mental health service needs through consultation with families of students enrolled in BCIU operated programs and/or Berks County School Districts.

Job Responsibilities (see attached description for additional details):

• Serves as liaison between home, school, and community resources and provides referral and follow-up to such resources.
• Assist families in applying for medical assistance or other community/governmental supports.
• Coordinate the information and efforts of clinics and private therapist working with students, helping parents to understand their child's development and disability.
• Coordinate and serve as a member of multidisciplinary teams as requested.
• Provide support to teachers and aides through consultation, group work with students, participation in parent conferences and IEP meetings.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Worker and school social work certification required.
• License in Social Work required.
• Ability to work independently, make work-related decisions, and exercise good judgment
  in prioritizing tasks.
• Experience in counseling, working with families, accessing mental health services, and
  familiarity with special education.
• A working knowledge of community agencies and government assistance programs.

Schedule:
Full-time, 35 hours/week, 10 months/year

Salary:

• Bachelor = $52,919 to $81,690
• Bach+15 credits = $53,636 to $82,415
• Bach+24 credits = $54,427 to $83,215
• Masters = $64,370 to $93,955
• Mast+15 credits = $65,063 to $94,655
• Mast+30 credits = $65,755 to $95,355
• Mast+45 credits = $67,141 to $96,755
• Mast+60 credits = $68,377 to $98,005

Benefits Included:
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Long term disability
Life insurance
Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System Employee Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions