School Social Work Services
Our School Social Work Services office establishes and supports best practice standards for more than 50 professional social workers who provide mental health services and various school social work services for students and families in Brevard Public Schools. The practice standards of the National Association of Social Workers and the School Social Work Association of America guide the establishment of practices and procedure for social work delivery in the schools.
We assess student, family, school, and community needs and develop practice models, staff development activities, and ongoing consultation to administrators and staff. These activities empower and support school social workers in effectively interfacing with students at the schools they serve.
School Social Workers primarily funded through the Mental Health Allocation provide direct services to students by providing individual and small group supports in the areas such as goal setting, solution-focused brief counseling, Check and Connect Mentoring, self-management skills, self-awareness skills, building resilience and problem-solving skills, to name a few.
What is the Role of a School Social Worker?
The school social worker functions as a liaison between the school, family, and community, provides intervention and skill building, crisis intervention, and consultation in addressing the barriers to student achievement.
· 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 support for behaviors, consultation with teachers, parents, and administrators as well as provide individual and small group counseling/services.
How do I contact my Child's School Social Worker?
Each school has access to the services of a BPS School Social Worker, although our school social workers serve more than one school and may not be at a particular school every day, parents can contact the school or our department office for information on the school social worker serving their child’s school.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Dr. Jayna Jenkins, Director
Dr. Chana Speir,
Assistant Director
Donna Tabb,
Administrative Secretary
321-633-1000 (11510)
What if my Child or I Need Help?
Help is Available!
For Crisis or Suicide:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call, Text, Chat.
To Report a Threat, Concerning Behavior or Bullying (Anonymous):
- Speak Out Tip Hotline – or call (800)423-TIPS
- FortifyFL – Anonymous Suspicious Activity Reporting APP
For mental health services or other resources in my area:
BPS Community Connect
click this link to enter your zip code for resources and services near you.
