School Social Worker - Saint Louis, MO

Make an impact supporting students as a contracted school-based Social Worker in the greater St. Louis area. This opening is ideal for compassionate, licensure-ready social workers who enjoy collaborating with school teams and creating positive change within Special Education (SPED) environments. On-site support is needed as part of a dynamic staff for an anticipated leave coverage (FMLA) during the spring semester, with assignment locations possible in Florissant and/or St. Louis.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Missouri Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required
• Previous experience in school-based social work, especially with SPED populations, highly valued
• Must be comfortable completing required district credentialing, including technology forms and fingerprint verification
• Adaptability to various caseloads and multiple school assignments
• Strong communication, advocacy, and case management skills
• Able to build rapport with K-12 students, families, and educational staff

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct support services to assigned students, focusing on individual and group interventions
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, SPED teams, counselors, and administrators to address student social-emotional growth
• Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and family outreach as needed
• Maintain detailed and confidential case notes and documentation in alignment with district and legal standards
• Contribute to crisis prevention/intervention and assist with behavior management strategies
• Assignments may cover multiple schools depending on district need and availability

This contract offers the flexibility to select full-time (37.5 hours/week) or part-time (20+ hours/week) schedules, making it easier to fit your professional goals and personal commitments. Step into a fully credentialed role where your expertise and compassion will make a significant impact during a critical coverage period.