5–6 Grade School Social Worker — SEL & Student Wellness

Young World Physical Education; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 61,142 - 114,820; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A supportive school community in Chelmsford, Massachusetts seeks a School Social Worker responsible for supporting 5th and 6th graders through mental health interventions, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and providing counseling. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Counseling or Social Work, DESE licensure, and a commitment to equity and diverse backgrounds. This full-time position emphasizes collaboration and active participation to ensure student success in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling and/or Social Work preferred.
• DESE licensure required.
• Strong commitment to equity and diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing support and intervention to students.
• Collaborate within the school community for student mental health.
• Facilitate meetings with families and community partners.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide crisis intervention.
• Support school-wide SEL initiatives.

Skills

Strong commitment to equity

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Experience providing counseling

Crisis intervention skills

Student safety assessment

Education

Master's degree in Counseling or Social Work

DESE licensure as a School Counselor or School Social Worker

Job description

A supportive school community in Chelmsford, Massachusetts seeks a School Social Worker responsible for supporting 5th and 6th graders through mental health interventions, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and providing counseling. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Counseling or Social Work, DESE licensure, and a commitment to equity and diverse backgrounds. This full-time position emphasizes collaboration and active participation to ensure student success in a nurturing environment.