• Social Worker - Central Committee on Special…

    Buffalo Public Schools (Buffalo, NY)


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

    ID:9721

    Department:Special Education

    Division:Instructional

     

    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 [email protected] or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579