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Social work is instinctively infused with immense responsibility, dedication, and hard
work. Even though the main task is about serving a particular cause that directly
generates a positive effect on the individuals in the society, the professional is
expected to be highly responsible, and diligent about the duties allotted. Some
people tend to think that being a social worker is not that big a task, but it is
essential for them to know that one has to be selfless and should have the drive to
bring about some noticeable improvement in the environment. For this, an
extremely passionate and revolutionary approach is important so that such notions
can be infused in the society on a macro level.
Being a social worker means that you are primarily expected to deal with people,
their social, economic, political, personal problems, and devise solutions that can
work against degenerative influences on the individuals' life. It is therefore the
responsibility of the professional to inculcate in an individual an inspirational,
stimulating approach, so that he/she can be motivated to instigate some progress
or development in his/her respective life. This can be done by working in a social
work community like an NGO, educational sector, financial/economic, or medical
sector.
Human understanding, patience, desire to counsel, and rid them off their problems
are some of the essential elements that come under the responsibilities of a social
worker. It is also very important to possess strong grasp over communication and
interactive skills since interpersonal maneuvering tend to have the most influence
in the realm of social work. Moreover, there should be an inherent drive to
participate selflessly in social working events since such activities sustain the level
of realization, and open new directions where new responsibilities are endowed and
excessive learning takes place.
It is true that formal education can turn out to be the best source in revealing the
basic responsibilities expected of a social worker, understanding, and realizing the
dire need of development, progress, change, improved perspective, and other
notions tend to play a significant role in making you a certified and recognized
social worker. With the progress of position, the responsibilities tend to increase,
but what is most important about being a social worker is, you are after all a human
being, and all it takes to social working is helping out your fellow beings.
Understanding and realization are the two most pertinent elements in due course.
Coordinate and chair meetings with groups, individuals and agencies affected
by program services.
Assist families as they enroll their child or transition their child from preschool
to elementary; ensure that they receive educational and other services for
which they are eligible i.e., school meal programs, after school programs,
English Language Learner, and special education programs.
Inform school personnel, parents and guardians of all of the services and
programs provided for these children.
Plan and assist preschool children and families with transportation, school
supplies, emergency clothing, referrals to medical, dental, mental health or
other services they may need through coordination with social service and
community organizations.
Provide links between the preschool students, families and District resources
for enrichment and/or academic support.
Gather data on preschool students, maintains records on students served
including grade level, school, referral process and specific services provided.
Perform intensive support services to eligible families with children identified
for recruitment from the prenatal stage to five years of age; facilitate the role
of parents as their child’s first teacher, and support the increased self
sufficiency of families.
Provide case management services in conjunction with the family support
team model; work with the family support team to do assessments, linking,
monitoring, evaluation, and case planning.
Attend individual weekly meeting with assigned supervisor; attend and
participate in staff and mandatory meetings, workshops, conferences, and in-
service training programs; attend parent education meetings and workshops,
including some weekend-sponsored activities.
Communicate with parents about monthly parent meetings, parent education
opportunities, community resources, field trips, events, and other activities;
engage speakers to speak to parents.
Collect and record confidential data on participating families on an ongoing
basis according to established guidelines; maintain computer-based
documentation of all contacts, referrals, and services provided and outcomes
achieved for participants; participate in data gathering and evaluation to
evaluate case management services and deliver; provide data to state and
federal agencies; maintain current attendance files.
Collaborate with community organizations to support students and families;
work with community based service providers to identify needs and
determine case management plans.
Assist students and families in accessing school and community services by
providing instruction in self-advocacy, including completion of complex forms
and applications.
Consult and collaborate with school readiness personnel to promote a school
environment responsive to the needs of children.
Perform other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor within the limits
of the contract.
Knowledge of:
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
This position requires:
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.
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