School Social Worker

Position Overview
The School Social Worker supports the social, emotional, and psychological well-being of high school students to ensure they can fully engage in their academic experience. This role provides counseling, intervention, and family support services while collaborating with educators and administrators to address barriers to student success.


The Social Worker develops individualized support plans, delivers counseling services, monitors student progress, and ensures compliance with services mandated by Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). This role also partners with families and community organizations to connect students with the resources needed to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities
Student Support & Counseling
Provide individual and small-group counseling to support students' social and emotional development
Develop individualized support plans and social-emotional goals for students
Monitor student progress and adjust intervention strategies as needed
Conduct crisis intervention and provide support for students at risk of harm to themselves or others
Evaluation & Intervention
Conduct student needs assessments and evaluations
Use formal and informal assessment tools, observations, and interviews to evaluate student progress
Collaborate with educators and administrators to determine appropriate services for students
Provide intervention strategies addressing behavioral, emotional, and academic barriers
IEP & Special Services Compliance
Ensure compliance with social-emotional services required in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Partner with Special Education staff to support implementation of IEPs, 504 plans, behavior intervention plans, and safety plans
Maintain accurate documentation and service records
Family & Community Engagement
Build strong relationships with students' families through communication, meetings, and home visits
Provide families with resources and referrals to community-based support services
Promote family engagement and support student success through collaborative partnerships
Collaboration & Consultation
Partner with teachers, administrators, and school leadership to support student well-being
Participate in multidisciplinary teams such as RTI or student intervention teams
Provide guidance on issues such as mental health, behavior management, attendance, and crisis response
Attendance & Student Success Initiatives
Track student attendance and identify trends impacting engagement and academic progress
Lead collaboration with school leadership to develop strategies that support attendance goals
Implement proactive interventions for students experiencing attendance challenges
Program Development
Develop and implement school programs that support students' social-emotional development
Evaluate effectiveness of student support programs and recommend improvements
Facilitate training for staff and families on topics related to student well-being and mental health


Professional Responsibilities
Maintain compliance with professional standards, policies, and ethical guidelines for school social work
Participate in professional development and ongoing training opportunities
Collaborate with colleagues to improve student support services and school culture
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting systems


Qualifications
Required
Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)
Colorado Department of Education Special Service Provider License with Social Worker endorsement
Strong counseling, crisis intervention, and case management skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced school environment
Preferred
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Previous school social work experience
Spanish bilingual proficiency
Experience working with diverse student populations