Social Worker
School social workers are trained and certified at the bachelor’s and master’s levels through accredited social work programs. School social workers are the link between home, school, and community. As members of the educational team comprised of teachers, administrators, student services staff, and parents, school social workers promote and support student's academic and social success by providing specialized services that include:
- Individual, family, and group counseling
- Home visits
- Collaboration with other student services professionals and school staff
- Collaboration with community agencies and organizations to meet basic needs
- Advocacy for students, parents, and the school system
- Support groups for students and parents
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Social-developmental assessments
- Parent education and training
- Case management
- Information and referral
- Staff development
- Policy development such as discipline and attendance policies
Tyrrell County Social Workers:
Jennifer Mason
252.796.1121 ext. 412
Sarah Edge
252.796.3881 ext. 514
Jennifer Westcott
252.796.8161 ext. 223