Social Workers in EBD Schools

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Social Workers in EBD Schools

• Melanie Wells Waterloo Primary
• Chris Callen Sundridge
• Meryl Moore Lakeside
• Lynn Hearne Hawthorn and
  Wolverdene Primary

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Aim to promote improved social and educational
outcomes for children with EBD through effective
work with the child, family, school and other
agencies.
Family
School
Child
Agencies
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OUR OBJECTIVES
Applying social work skills to...
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STRENGTHEN HOME SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS

• Positive relationships with parents and staff
• Social work support to families
• Parent workshops
• Support in accessing appropriate resources.

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TRANSITION WORK

• Year 6 to 7 groups
• Home visits to new entrants
• Parental support
• Communication with involved agencies

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SOCIAL INCLUSION

• Direct Work and Indirect Work
• Reintegration Support
• Education on discrimination issues

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STRENGTHEN AGENCY LINKS

• Promoting Interagency Partnership
• Information Sharing
• Co-ordinating Support
• Signposting

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REVIEW AND EVALUATE
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