School Social Worker

2 Positions Available 

General Duties and Responsibilities:     

• Provide behavior/SEL/mental health support to all students 
• Complete student risk assessments 
• Maintain required records 
• Provide crisis intervention services as needed 
• Provide/connect students/families with appropriate support services 
• Connect students/families with appropriate outside support agencies 
• Consult with teachers/administrators/counselors to support student behavioral/SEL/mental health needs  
• Punctual, regular and consistent attendance is required 
• Other duties as assigned 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Master's degree in Social Work? 
• Must hold (or qualify for) a valid State of Michigan license?(LMSW, LLMSW, SSW, and/or LPC) 
• Embodies high ethical standards and integrity.  Accepts responsibility for decisions and conduct 
• Ability to comply with drug-free workplace rules and board policies 
• Ability to establish working relationships with co-workers and function as part of a cohesive team 
• Ability to utilize appropriate technology as directed.  Commitment to keep current with workplace innovations that enhance personal productivity 
• Ability to facilitate student/family access to appropriate community resources. 
• Knowledge of best practices in school climate and SEL Strategies (PBIS, MTSS, SEL Standards, Restorative Practices, Tier II Interventions, etc.) 
• Ability to evaluate students as part of a team to determine eligibility for Special Education programs/services 
• Ability to assist in the development, implementation and progress monitoring of Functional Behavior Assessments/Behavior Intervention Plans 
• Punctual, regular & consistent attendance is required. 
• Meets all mandated health screening requirements following a conditional offer of employment 
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Approval as a School Social Worker- temporary or full  
• Possess training and/or experience in behavioral management techniques (CPI trained) 
• Knowledge of MTSS and participation in the process 

FLSA Status:  Exempt 

Reports To:  Building Principal & Director of Student Services 

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