JOB VACANCY: School Social Worker 

COMPENSATION:  11 Months - Teacher Salary Schedule

DATES TO APPLY: April 22, 2024 through May 3, 2024 (until the position is filled)

HOW TO APPLY: Complete MPSB’s Application for Certified Positions online at  

https://www.mpsb.us/job-openings. Attach a detailed resume, a copy of your college transcripts, certification/ license, and any relevant document(s) that support any experience or qualifications you may have as an applicant. 

The applicant shall have earned at least a Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited university, and possess the LMSW or LCSW credential or be eligible to obtain either. The applicant must possess the certification required by the applicable rules and regulations of the Louisiana State Department of Education and/or the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education or obtain such certification by the end of the first year of employment.

REPORTS TO: Pupil Appraisal Coordinator

JOB GOAL:  To enable students to derive the fullest possible educational experience from school by providing a full range of pupil appraisal services to students needing assistance. 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide in-service training and consultation on matters relative to pupil appraisal    
   services. 

2. Assist school personnel in completing the initial screening process as outlined in
    Bulletins 1508 and 1706.

3. Assist in the evaluation of students suspected of being exceptional according to

    established regulations. 

4. Serve as evaluation coordinator for referred students.

5. Interpret evaluation results to school personnel and to parents following the established
    regulations.

6. Participate in IEP staffing following the completion of an evaluation. 

7. Provide support services to students in the general ed. setting with learning and/or
    behavior concerns.

8. Provide appropriate behavioral assessment and/or related services for students with

    special needs within the staff member's area of expertise.   

9. Perform required assessments as requested by the evaluation coordinator in the assigned
    schools in a timely manner. 

10. Keep accurate and up-to-date records

11. Promptly notify the date entry clerk of the required tracking information to be entered

      into the ESER System.

12. Complete all required evaluation reports within the required timelines and established

      regulations.

13. Keep abreast of current trends, techniques, and regulations by attending professional
      meeting.

14. Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate authority.