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School Social Worker
School Social Workers are trained mental health professionals who can assist with mental health concerns, behavioral concerns, positive behavioral support, academic, and classroom support, consultation with teachers, parents, and administrators as well as provide individual and group counseling/therapy. The School Social Worker holds a valid Nevada license issued by the Superintendent of Public Instruction with a School Social Work endorsement and is working in that position.
The Nevada Educator Performance Framework for School Social Workers consists of 4 Professional Responsibilities Standards:
Standard 1: The School Social Worker identifies student, family, and school needs and organizes intervention(s) consistent with professional social work.
Indicator 1: The School Social Worker conducts multi-tiered school and/or system needs assessments independently or in conjunction with other professionals.
Indicator 2: The School Social Worker identifies current and applicable school and community resources to maximize student achievement and family empowerment.
Indicator 3: The School Social Worker establishes collaborative professional relationships through networking to organize effective intervention(s).
Standard 2: The School Social Worker contributes to a positive school environment that is conducive to achievement, demonstrating respect for differences in culture and background.
Indicator 1: The School Social Worker contributes to a safe and healthy school environment.
Indicator 2: The School Social Worker identifies structural barriers, social inequalities, and educational disparities that impact learning outcomes and advocates for policies, programs, and services accordingly.
Indicator 3: The School Social Worker provides programs and services that respect diversity, address individual needs, and support the inherent dignity and worth of all students, families, and school personnel.
Standard 3: The School Social Worker uses knowledge of social work theory, practice, and research to implement programs and services.
Indicator 1: The School Social Worker implements and monitors multi-tiered, evidence-based practices that impact student achievement.
Indicator 2: The School Social Worker provides programs and specialized services that foster social and emotional competencies.
Indicator 3: The School Social Worker is directly involved with students, families, and/or schools to focus on stability to maximize student achievement.
Indicator 4: The School Social Worker mobilizes current and applicable school and community resources to maximize student achievement.
Standard 4: The School Social Worker demonstrates a commitment to professional conduct and a code of ethics.
Indicator 1: The School Social Worker adheres to current federal, state, and local laws as well as district policies and procedures that guide school social work practice.
Indicator 2: The School Social Worker adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics and SSWAA ethical guidelines.
Indicator 3: The School Social Worker maintains timely and accurate records and documentation in compliance with FERPA and state requirements.
Indicator 4: The School Social Worker participates in ongoing professional development.
Indicator 5: The School Social Worker exhibits self-awareness, self-monitoring, and professional accountability.
The Nevada Educator Performance Framework for School Social Workers provides educators with mandatory and confirmatory evidence sources, descriptions/ notes for additional guidance, and performance level descriptors for each Standard and Indicator. The NEPF rubric also specifies how each Standard and Indicator aligns with national standards; however, a National Standards Rubric is also provided in this module for reference.
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