School Social Worker

Sola Academy, our Non-Public Special Education School, is seeking a compassionate and skilled School Social Worker to join our student support team

The School Social Worker plays a vital role in promoting student well-being, fostering positive school culture, and supporting the social-emotional needs of neurodiverse learners. 

This role works collaboratively with teachers, related service providers, and families to ensure that students' emotional and behavioral needs are addressed as part of a whole-child, trauma-informed approach to education

The ideal candidate is student-centered, culturally responsive, and experienced in working with youth in therapeutic or special education settings. 

Key Responsibilities Include: 

Student Support & Counseling 

• Provide direct individual and small group counseling services aligned to students’ IEP or behavioral/emotional support plans. 

• Support students’ development of coping skills, emotional regulation, and interpersonal functioning. 

• Contribute to a safe and nurturing school climate rooted in trust, inclusion, and trauma-informed practices. 

• Respond to student crises as needed and collaborate with clinical team members and caregivers to ensure continuity of care. 

Collaboration & Consultation 

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and student-centered planning sessions. 

• Consult with teaching staff to provide strategies for classroom engagement, behavior management, and emotional support. 

• Maintain strong, compassionate communication with families, fostering partnerships that support student growth. 

• Coordinate with outside mental health providers or agencies when appropriate. 

Compliance & Documentation 

• Complete service documentation and progress notes in accordance with school, state, and IEP requirements. 

• Support the implementation of behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and social-emotional IEP goals. 

• Attend IEP meetings as needed to provide input on social-emotional functioning and student supports. 

School Culture & Programming 

• Participate in schoolwide initiatives that promote student wellness, inclusion, and belonging. 

• Support proactive interventions such as social-emotional learning (SEL) programming, community-building activities, or student support groups. 

• Collaborate with school leadership and staff to address systemic supports and equity in student experiences. 

Qualifications Required: