Elementary School Social Worker – General Education (1.0 FTE)

The Grosse Pointe Public School System; Buildings; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grosse Pointe Public School System is seeking an Elementary School Social Worker to support social-emotional, behavioral, and academic success for students in general education. This 1.0 FTE position collaborates with families, teachers, and MTSS to implement interventions and connect students with resources.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed practices, confidentiality, and a commitment to ongoing professional learning, with a grant-funded term for the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current Michigan Department of Education approval/certification to serve as a School Social Worker.
• Appropriate State of Michigan social work licensure.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students and/or in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, small-group, classroom-based, and crisis supports to address students' social-emotional, behavioral, attendance, and school adjustment needs.
• Serves as an active member of the MTSS process, developing and implementing Tier 1–3 interventions and monitoring progress.
• Collaborates with teachers, families, and other professionals to identify barriers and develop proactive strategies and supports, including FBAs and BIPs.
• Partners with families and community agencies to strengthen home-school relationships and address barriers related to attendance, engagement, mental health, and academic success.
• Maintains confidential records and adheres to applicable laws and district procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Time management

Trauma-informed practices

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

MDES approval/certification for School Social Worker

State social work licensure

Experience with elementary students or school settings preferred

Job description

Elementary School Social Worker – General Education (1.0 FTE) JobID: 4146

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ School Social Worker
• Date Posted: 9/14/2026
• Closing Date: 09/23/2026
• Location: Various Buildings

Position Summary

The Elementary School Social Worker is responsible for supporting the social-emotional, behavioral, and academic success of students within the general education setting. Working collaboratively with students, families, teachers, administrators, and other school-based professionals, the School Social Worker provides prevention, early intervention, and targeted supports designed to remove barriers to learning and promote student success.

The School Social Worker serves as an integral member of the school's Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) team and assists in identifying student needs, developing and implementing interventions, monitoring student progress, and connecting students and families with appropriate school and community resources. The position also supports the development of a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and supportive elementary school environment.

Desired Competencies

• Demonstrates a student-centered, relationship-focused, and culturally responsive approach to supporting elementary-aged students and families.
• Possesses strong communication, collaboration, organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of child development, social-emotional learning, behavioral supports, mental health, trauma-informed practices, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support.
• Uses data and evidence-based practices to identify student needs, develop interventions, monitor progress, and adjust supports.
• Maintains a professional and confidential demeanor while demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional learning and current best practices in school social work.

Education and Certification Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current Michigan Department of Education approval/certification to serve as a School Social Worker.
• Appropriate State of Michigan social work licensure.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students and/or in a school setting preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides individual, small-group, classroom-based, and crisis supports to address students' social-emotional, behavioral, attendance, and school adjustment needs while supporting schoolwide efforts related to positive behavior, belonging, school climate, and student wellness.
• Serves as an active member of the building's MTSS process, collaborating with staff to identify student needs; develop and implement Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 interventions; monitor student progress; and adjust supports based on student response and available data.
• Collaborates and consults with teachers, administrators, families, and other school professionals to identify barriers to learning and develop proactive strategies and individualized supports, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), when appropriate.
• Partners with families and community agencies to strengthen home-school relationships, connect students and families with appropriate resources, and address barriers related to attendance, engagement, behavior, mental health, and academic success.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and confidential records and demonstrates knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, professional standards, and district procedures related to school social work, confidentiality, student and parent rights, child welfare, and mental health.
• Participates in building and district professional learning and collaborative teams, effectively manages time and resources to meet student and building needs, and performs other duties consistent with the role of a general education School Social Worker as assigned.
• Please note this is a grant funded position for the 2026-2027 school year

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Grosse Pointe Public Schools System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation's to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application call, 313-432-3018 or email: [e-mail]. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination regarding your request for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Lillie Loder, Director of Student Services

20090 Morningside Drive

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Phone: [phone]

[e-mail];

If the individual filling the grievance alleges that the Section 504/ADA coordinator has engaged in discrimination, then the individual filing the grievance must provide the documentation to the:

Deputy Superintendent for Educational Services

20601 Morningside Drive

Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

Phone: [phone]

For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

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