Job Title: School Based Social Worker

Qualifications/Education: Bachelor’s degree or experience in social work, Human Services or related field. Relevant experience in social work, particularly with children and families. Experience in a school-based or educational setting is preferred.

Job Purpose and Responsibility: The primary role of the Social Worker is to navigate complex systems, provide critical support to students and families, and act as a vital link between the school and community resources. Help students increase academic success, improve interpersonal relations, cope with crisis situations, learn problem-solving skills, improve attendance, and build self-esteem. His/her role is pivotal in ensuring the safety, well-being, and academic success of the students they serve.

Skill Requirements: Knowledge of social services and programs available to meet a range of mental health, physical health, academic, and social service needs, as well as knowledge of state, local, and federal laws impacting the lives of students. Must have experience in crisis response. The ability to conduct interventions within a broad range of settings, in a professional manner with competency. Work independently demonstrating persistence, self-motivation, and excellent communication, organization and time management skills. Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, maintain appropriate boundaries, and service as liaison between school and community.

Essential Functions:

Service Coordination and Delivery:

• Work onsite at the school, maintaining designated office hours.

• Identify and assess the needs of students, connecting them with school, community, or interagency services.

• Crisis intervention.

• Provide social-emotional support to students as needed.

• Make home visits and transport children when required.

• Assist families with applications for services.

Support and Advocacy:

• Advocacy for students and their families that promotes equal access to services and supports.

• Act as a liaison among OKDHS, schools, families, and community partners.

• Empowering and strengthening families through provision of information, education, resources and options.

• Support school staff and collaborate on referrals for allegations of abuse or neglect.

• Facilitate communication and cooperation among school personnel, families, and OKDHS.

Community Resource Development:

• Obtain and coordinate community resources and systems of care that provide external and wrap-around services for students and families to fill gaps in services.

• Develop and convene community support groups.

• Assist in creating specialized programs within schools (e.g., tutoring, attendance support, family engagement).

Confidentiality and Accountability:

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with laws and regulations.

• Attend all required trainings and stay updated on relevant OKDHS and Chickasha Public School policies.

• Maintain open communication in collaboration with Chickasha Public School, OKDHS, and community partners.

Event Participation and Connection:

• Participate in school and community events to provide information about available services and build connections with community partners.

• Assist families with referrals to health-related services and other state benefits.

• Provide ongoing support and follow-up to ensure family needs are continuously met.

Additional Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Maintain accurate, complete and punctual records, as well as safeguard the privacy and confidentiality of information as required by law, District policy, and licensing requirements.

• Meet the minimum professional development requirements as set forth by the licensing board.

• Adhere to state and District mandating reporting requirements as they pertain to safety concerns.

• Ensure that students and their families are provided services within the context of diversity understanding and competence.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Follows 195 District work calendar.

TERMS of EMPLOYMENT: Contingent upon Agreement between Chickasha Public Schools and OKDHS.

Coordinates With: Enrollment Center Staff, Site Counselors, Administrators, District Administrators and OKDHS Representatives.

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent of Personnel and Student Services