School Social Worker - Lowell, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Bring your expertise in school social work to a dynamic educational environment for the 2026-2027 academic year. This contract opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development in an onsite setting near Lowell, MI. You’ll serve approximately 40 students across two elementary schools and a preschool classroom, focusing on providing vital support and interventions that foster student success.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Active approval from the Michigan Department of Education as a School Social Worker
• Experience in school social work, preferably across elementary and preschool settings
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working with students, teachers, and families
• Ability to assess student needs, deliver interventions, and contribute to multi-disciplinary teams
• Adaptability to provide consistent, onsite-only services

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver comprehensive school social work services, addressing students’ emotional, social, and behavioral needs
• Offer individual and group support for students, developing strategies for academic and personal growth
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to advocate for student welfare and a positive school climate
• Support development and implementation of intervention plans
• Serve as a resource for crisis intervention and connect families with community resources as necessary

This is a full-time, onsite contract role with a schedule of 37.5 hours per week, running from late October through mid-May.

If you’re ready to contribute your skills in an engaging educational setting and help students thrive, we encourage you to apply today. Take the next step in your career and help shape the future for young learners with your expertise.

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