School Social Worker or School Psychologist

Overview

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives. Mission:
EdAdvance exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities. EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach grounded in the 3C's, Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.

School Social Worker or School Psychologist — BEAM Elementary School, Danbury, CT. Immediate Opening. Full Time / Academic Calendar 185 days + option for additional work in Extended School Year. Exempt. BEAM Elementary School, located in Danbury, supports students in Kindergarten through Grade 7 with complex learning profiles. We are a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values consultation and creative problem-solving to develop innovative interventions aligned to students  diverse strengths and needs.

• Valid Connecticut Education Endorsement:
  School Social Worker (071) or School Psychologist (070)
• Experience providing individual and group counseling and interventions to support students with social-emotional and behavioral skill development
• Proficiency with IEP development, the PPT process, and special education regulations
• Familiarity working within the CT-SEDS platform
• Actively supports school culture by partnering with staff to apply restorative practices that promote accountability, relationships, and conflict resolution
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Other duties as may be assigned

• Must be able to physically participate in student restraint and/or seclusion
• Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this job

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