School Social Work

School Social Workers have a multifaceted role and they provide services unique to a school setting.They are trained mental health professionals with a masters in social work and work directly with school staff, as well as students and families, in the effort to eliminate barriers to learning. School Social Workers are an integral link between school, home, and community in the effort to help students achieve academic and personal success. As part of an interdisciplinary team to help students succeed, School Social Workers also facilitate community involvement in the schools while advocating for student success.
 

Questions:  Please contact Kim Reynolds, Lead School Social Worker at (661) 827-3100 or email here 

 

  • Since 2015, the new role will serve on Tier II support teams (and Tier III)  for each campus, working with an administrator, school psychologist, and intervention personnel to provide necessary Tier II and Tier III supports for students and families, to include case management and more intense Tier III supports after an SST. 
  • School social work is a specialized area of practice within the broad field of the social work profession. 
  • School social workers bring unique knowledge and skills to the school system and the student services team. 
  • 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.  
  • School social workers are instrumental in furthering the mission of the schools which is to provide a setting for teaching, learning, and for the attainment of competence and confidence. 
  • School social workers are hired by school districts to enhance the district's ability to meet its academic mission, especially where home, school and community collaboration is the key to achieving student success. 

  • Notice/Grievance Procedure:  If at any time you are dissatisfied with your treatment, please discuss your concerns with School Social Worker directly, as to resolve them. If there are ever any serious concerns that are not resolved, you may contact KHSD Human Resources or Student Behavior & Supports administration at (661) 827-3100 and ask for Stephen Granucci. Additionally, as required by AB 630 in California, the Board of Behavioral Sciences receives and responds to complaints regarding services provided within the scope of practice of (marriage and family therapists, licensed educational psychologists, clinical social workers, or professional clinical counselors). You may contact the board online at www.bbs.ca.gov, or by calling (916) 574-7830.