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Social Worker

Mrs. Caitlin Bajrektarevic

Hello students, families, and community members! My name is Mrs. Bajrektarevic (Mrs. B), and I am the 6-12 School Social Worker Intern at  Frankfort-Schuyler. My prior professional experience has been centered in advocating for students and strengthening families. Before joining the Frankfort-Schuyler team I worked in a dual role as a Student and Family Advocate and Assistant Program Director for SUNY Polytechnic’s Liberty Partnership Program where I directly worked with youth at overcoming barriers to success. My former role as a Family Service Coordinator at a local non-profit has provided me with deep insight into navigating resources and supports that help families thrive.  

I look forward to connecting with new and previous students! In my role, I will work with students to support their academic success by addressing barriers that can be rooted in social or emotional wellbeing.  

The goal of the school social worker is to effectively assist students in breaking down barriers that may affect their academic success. Often, these barriers are non-academic in nature but can be worked through on a short-term basis. Other times, I can act as a liaison with parents, families, caregivers, and outside service providers to coordinate what will work best for our students' overall success over a more extended period of time.   

School social work services can be available for students to work on an abundant number of issues and can help with:   

  • Individual and Group Counseling  

  • Conflict Resolution and Anger Management 

  • Attendance/Truancy  

  • School Avoidance Behaviors  

  • Crisis Intervention & Suicidal Ideation/Intent  

  • Coping Skills/Strategies 

  • Grief 

  • Anxiety Reduction 

  • Social Skills / Peer Interactions and Interpersonal Skill Development  

  • Building Empathy 

  • Work with the Committee on Special Education and provide individual counseling services for students requiring that service 

  • Referrals and Community Linkages  

  • Liaison Between Community Resources, School, and Families 

  • Protect the Confidentiality of students who utilize Social Work Services 

 

I am available during the school day and located in the Junior/Senior High School. I can be reached at 315-895-7461. Please feel free to contact me for assistance.