School Social Workers are a vital part of the total educational team of our schools. They work with teachers, administrators, counselors, psychologists, nurses, and other staff. School Social Workers link home, school, and community through the use of assessment, consultation, and coordination of services and referrals to community resources. School Social Workers are professionals who help children and youth in overcoming emotional and social barriers to success in school.
Services School Social Workers Provide:
Pre-referral interventions
Assessments
Parent Resource Advocacy
Small groups addressing social-emotional issues
Individual support
Special Education student support
Community connections
Crisis intervention
Supervising prevention programs
Consultation with Teachers