**This is a Fiscal Year Position (185-Days)**

The WISD's Mission is to educate, serve, and advocate with students, families, schools and the community. We disrupt racial inequities, build just educational systems, and expand access for all learners. We value human potential while striving to support current and future generations of Washtenaw County to enrich as many lives as we possibly can.

The WISD’s Vision is to be a leader in empowering, facilitating, and delivering high-quality, boundary-spanning, educational system that educates all children through an equitable, inclusive, and holistic approach.

SUMMARY:

The Early Intervention Social Worker evaluates children through the age of three (3) years old to determine eligibility for Early On and Michigan Mandatory Special Education. Provides consultation and support to other direct service staff regarding implementation of sensory, fine motor and other occupational needs, and when a referral to Michigan Mandatory Special Education is being considered. Provides direct service to infants and toddlers eligible for Michigan Mandatory Special Education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates a strong commitment to equity, social justice, and inclusion in all practices and position responsibilities.
Demonstrates the ability to examine how his/her/their position (directly or indirectly) impacts educational inequities in student achievement outcomes.
Engages in reflection and ongoing learning and development on critical concepts and terms identified in the Washtenaw ISD Educational Equity Policy including concepts such as cultural proficiency, racial equity, and systemic and structural inequities
Demonstrates a strong commitment to the educational and related needs of early childhood students.
Demonstrates excellent customer service.
Provides Early Intervention Services Utilizing a Primary Service Provider Model.
Works as part of a multi-disciplinary evaluation team to determine eligibility for infants and toddlers.
Serves as the Part C Service Coordinator for children on their caseload.
Works collaboratively with parents and providers utilizing a transdisciplinary approach to gain an understanding of the infant or toddler’s development.
Observes and assesses infants and toddlers in the natural environment (home, community setting or childcare setting) to gain information about child and family needs.
Works collaboratively with parents and staff in developing Individual Family Service Plans and outcomes.
Conducts periodic and annual Individualized Family Service Plans.
Works collaboratively with parents and staff in adapting learning activities and tasks to meet each child’s individual needs.
Maintains accurate case records and documentation meeting the requirements of Part C of IDEA and Michigan Mandatory Special Education.
Connects families and childcare providers to recommended services.
Documents the child’s progress on a regular basis using assessment tools.
Monitors through observation, evaluation, and data collection.
Utilizes student progress data to improve instruction and service provision.
Instructs staff for the purpose of providing information on social/emotional development, behavioral support and trauma-informed care for the purposes of implementing prevention and intervention plans.
Understands and intentionally uses formative assessment in the home to guide intervention.
Collects, analyzes, and interprets various formal and informal assessments and evaluation strategies to evaluate and modify interventions to support the educational program.
Provides services to students in ways that build upon individual strengths and offers students maximum opportunities to participate in the planning and direction of their own learning experience.
Explores resources and methods for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing child’s needs.
Participates in building and district level staff meetings, in-service activities, staff development/special programs, school improvement teams and planning committees as appropriate to the assignment.
Performs billing functions for Medicaid reimbursement
Adheres to District policies and procedures as well as professional, ethical and legal standards of practice.
Participates in building and district level professional development, maintains appropriate certification and qualifications and keeps current in changing pedagogy.
Protects the confidentiality of student records and releases personal data in accordance with state law and board policies.
Maintains a safe and hazard free work environment.
Maintains regular predictable attendance.
Maintains accurate records and appropriate reports.
Adheres to District health and safety rules, and policies and procedures.
Supports WISD vision and mission to enhance achievement for all students.
Supports a team-based approach to problem solving.
PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N/A.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations shall be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree in social work - required.
500-clock hours of supervised social work practicum - required.
Possesses knowledge of birth to five child development.
Experience in early childhood - preferred.
Possesses knowledge of Part C of IDEA rules and regulations.
Possesses knowledge of Michigan Mandatory Special Education eligibility and rules.
Experience utilizing computer instruction and technology.
Possesses full and current knowledge of resources as they might be used to resolve or minimize mental health problems of students, staff and parents.
Previous experience and training working with students who have a wide range of cognitive, physical and emotional abilities.
Possesses knowledge of best practice intervention for infants and toddlers.
Possesses knowledge and ability to assist in interventions for students.
Possesses knowledge and ability to implement behavior intervention strategies with infants, toddlers, and their families.
Experience consulting in both general and special education settings - preferred.
Experience working in various environments, including students’ homes - preferred.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Obtained full approval from the Michigan Department of Education to work as a school social worker or meet all requirements for temporary approval.
Valid Michigan driver’s license.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Demonstrates ability to read, analyze and interpret information including periodicals and professional journals.
Demonstrates ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Demonstrates ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of educators, parents, students and the general public.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Demonstrates ability to integrate technology into the everyday workflow as necessary.
Demonstrates ability to utilize District technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the District.
Demonstrates ability to use computer technology for research, data management, communications and other instruction.
Demonstrates ability to use a personal computer (PC) or MAC in a networked environment to utilize the Internet and other electronic communication mechanisms.
Demonstrates ability to use productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software) - required.
Demonstrates ability to select and administer appropriate assessment tools and interpret results of assessments.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Demonstrates ability to apply the concepts of basic math, algebra and geometry consistent with the duties of this position.

REASONING ABILITY:

Demonstrates a high proficiency in reasoning, problem solving, organizational dynamics and emotional intelligence.
Demonstrates ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Demonstrates ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Exhibits emotional stability, exercises good judgment and makes decisions in accordance with board policies and administrative guidelines, with minimum supervision.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Demonstrates ability to build rapport with others and to serve diverse publics.
Demonstrates ability to take initiative, work well with others as a collaborative team member and exhibit good communication skills.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other departments, agencies and individuals.
Demonstrates ability to work creatively and skillfully with students.
Demonstrates ability to demonstrate initiative and understanding in working with students, staff and parents/guardians.
Demonstrates ability to work cooperatively and communicate with District and constituent district staff, students and parents/guardians.
Conducts behavior to demonstrate collegiality and professionalism.
Supports a team-based approach to problem solving.
Exhibits the desire and skills to work in a collaborative team with others.
Demonstrates ability to consult effectively with teachers, parents, administrators and other professionals.
Exhibits knowledge and understanding of the role of social workers in a team environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as books and teaching material, or when assisting in student interventions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to travel to other buildings is required. The position requires the individual to sometimes work irregular or extended work hours and meet multiple demands from several people. The ability to travel to other buildings is required.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students. The employee is exposed to infections at a greater risk than the average person. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and ability as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. The WISD retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment. This is a year-round (12 month) service position. This position description is not a contract for employment.

The WISD is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.

TERMS:

This position is subject to terms, conditions, and calendar of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the District and Unit II AFT Local 3760. Starting salary ranging (dependent upon experience) from $52,016 - $104,872.

Washtenaw Intermediate School District is a drug-free workplace.

It is the policy and commitment of the Washtenaw Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any legally protected characteristic, in its educational programs, activities, admissions, or employment policies in accordance with Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, executive order 11246 as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and all other pertinent state and Federal regulations.