Social Worker - Central Committee on Special Education RB#

Title:Social Worker - Central Committee on Special Education RB# 24-281a

ID:9721

Department:Special Education

Location:Central Processing Center

Type:Teacher

Description

BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN # 24-281a COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL EDUCATION SOCIAL WORKER MAY 14, 2025

NOTICE OF POSITION

The Superintendent of Schools, Dr.Tonja M. Williams Knight, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

SOCIAL WORKER– CENTRAL COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL EDUCATION

HOW TO APPLY: Click the "APPLY" button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the application is completed, click the “Submit” button. Your application will be kept on file for one year. Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must be New York State certified in Social Work and hold a Licensed Clinical Social Work Certification (LCSW) or a Licensed Master Social Work Certification (LMSW). A minimum of two (2) years of social work experience is preferable. Candidates should have experience in providing clinical support and in demonstrating ability with a wide range of therapeutic modalities. This opportunity is open to internal candidates only. LOCATION: Central Committee on Special Education – School #12/18A DUTIES: The Central Committee on Special Education Social Worker responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Establishing an environment to enhance individual growth and promote a positive self-image

Processing and facilitating services for students with disabilities and their families

Social skill development

Acting as a key member of an interdisciplinary team

Scheduling and conducting home visitation conferences

Obtaining consents for students referred to the CSE/CPSE

Conducting comprehensive social histories for students

Administering adaptive and parental checklist measures including the gathering of data

Performing classroom observations

Conducting individual and/or group counseling

Serving as a consultant to staff

Any additional assigned duties deemed necessary and appropriate

APPOINTMENT: Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate. SALARY: Teacher's salary schedule. FUND #: Pending Funding FINAL DATE FOR FILING: MAY 27, 2025

DR.TONJA M. WILLIAMS KNIGHT, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202