School-Based Social Worker | Portland, Michigan

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a rewarding, contract opportunity working with approximately 40 students across two elementary schools and a preschool classroom near Portland, MI. You will play a vital part in enhancing students’ academic, social, and emotional growth within supportive educational environments. This onsite position promises diversity in caseload and a chance to make a real, direct impact on young learners’ lives.

Key Qualifications:

• Current approval from the Michigan Department of Education as a School Social Worker
• Experience in a school setting supporting students’ social, behavioral, and academic needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective student, staff, and family collaboration
• Ability to adapt strategies to meet a range of developmental levels
• Commitment to working onsite, exclusively within the designated schools

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct and indirect school social work services for elementary and preschool-aged students
• Assess students’ strengths and needs to guide individualized intervention plans
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary teams to promote a positive school climate
• Provide crisis intervention, case management, and link students with community resources as needed
• Maintain thorough records in compliance with school and district expectations
• Participate in IEP meetings, contribute to student evaluations, and advocate for student support

This position runs from late October through mid-May, offering the chance to see the full academic growth cycle of your students while building connections within vibrant school communities. The contract structure ensures focused, impactful work with clear start and end dates on a single, consistent caseload.

If you’re a dedicated school social worker with a passion for supporting children and are ready to thrive in an onsite, collaborative environment, don’t miss this opportunity. Submit your application today and start shaping brighter futures!

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