Provides direct and indirect school social work services as a related service in support of
special education.
- Provides direct and indirect School Social Work services as specified in students’ IEPs
- Works collaboratively with special education staff in designing and implementing social
skills, anger management, stress reduction or other similar instruction as is appropriate
to addressing students’ special education needs.
- Assists school staff in developing and implementing interventions to allow students with
disabilities to be successful within the mainstream.
- Provides information and assistance to families to help them understand their child’s
educational disability and equip them with the tools necessary to support their child’s
educational and/or behavioral progress. Provides parent training and support as
needed.
- Provides information to parents regarding the referral/assessment process, special
education services available within the district, and their rights relative to special
education.
- Conducts social/developmental assessments of students referred for special education,
assists in determining eligibility for special education.
- Provides short-term individual or group counseling to assist students during transitions
and other high-stress situations.
Acts as a liaison between the home, school and community providers to access, mobilize
and coordinate services.
- Communicates with staff, administration and parents concerning students’ social,
emotional and behavioral progress.
- Provides information to students and parents about services available within the
community. Makes referrals to community providers, as appropriate.
- Consults and collaborates with social services, mental health and other community
providers.
- Maintains an accurate record of student, parent and other contacts.
At Wallingford Public Schools our mission is to inspire through innovative and engaging experiences that
lead all learners to pursue and discover their personal best.
