School Social Worker

School Social Worker

Position Title: School Social Worker

Department/Building: Forest View Middle School

Reports to: Building Principal

Assignment: 2026-2027 School Year - Ongoing

Hours: 8 per day, Monday through Friday (182 Duty Days + An Extra 10 Days = 192 Total Days)

Salary Range: $ 46,936 - $ 90,238 (Based on education and experience; wages outlined in the Certified Master Contract located on district website)

Union: Ed MN FLSA: Overtime Exempt

BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, TRA, 403b and PTO/ESST

Position Summary: The School Social Worker provides comprehensive social work services to support students' academic achievement, social-emotional development, mental health, attendance, and overall well-being. The School Social Worker collaborates with families, school personnel, and community agencies to identify and reduce barriers to learning while promoting safe, inclusive, and supportive educational environments.

Essential Job Functions

• Student Support Services
• Mental Health Services
• Family Engagement
• Special Education Responsibilities
• Crisis Intervention
• Documentation

Qualifications: Required:

• Education: Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution is required.
• Experience: At least two (2) years of relevant prior work experience is required.
• Certification (s): Minnesota Licensed Independent Social Worker (LGSW, LISW, LICSW, or equivalent as appropriate). Ability to obtain and maintain Minnesota School Social Work license is also required.
• Ability to read, understand and follow directions in English.
• Experience using the MS Office Suite and/or Google Docs

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team. Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, MDE Special Education rules, MTSS, PBIS, trauma informed care and mental health interventions.

Preferred:

• Experience in a school-based setting.
• Familiarity with school specific software relevant to the position.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with students and families.
• Knowledge of child development and mental health.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Conflict resolution and mediation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer.
• Ability to move throughout the workspace, including walking, standing, bending, or reaching occasionally.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, other standard office equipment and other handheld devices particular to the profession.
• Visual acuity to read printed materials, digital screens, and perform work requiring close vision.
• Hearing and speech abilities sufficient to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and in group settings.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of materials or equipment, typically not exceeding 2025 pounds.
• Ability to manage moderate levels of stress, deadlines, or competing demands inherent in a professional work environment.
• Mobility to attend meetings or training sessions both on- and off-site and the ability to travel between multiple worksites as directed.

Work Environment:

• Work is typically performed in a school setting, including classrooms, therapy rooms, and offices.
• May involve travel between schools within the district.
• Occasional exposure to noise, behaviors, or conditions common in school environments.

This position description describes the general nature and work expected of an individual assigned to this position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. Brainerd Public Schools is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.