Data-Driven School Social Worker for Student Support

Sanford School Department; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Middle School is seeking a collaborative General Education Social Worker to provide social-emotional and behavioral support to students through individual and small-group interventions. Work with staff, families, and community partners to foster student well-being, attendance, and a positive climate.

The position requires LSW with advanced standing and Maine licensure. The role emphasizes data analysis, collaboration, and ongoing professional learning within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• LSW with advanced standing in graduate program (LMSW/LCSW/LCPC-C/LCPC).
• Valid Maine certification/licensure as a School Social Worker.
• Experience with evidence-based social-emotional and behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based social-emotional and behavioral interventions to students in both individual and small-group settings.
• Collect, analyze, and utilize student data to identify needs, monitor intervention effectiveness, improve attendance, and inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, school counselors, special education staff, families, and community agencies to develop and coordinate student support plans.
• Connect students and families with appropriate school and community resources.
• Support initiatives that promote positive student behavior, school engagement, and regular attendance.
• Assist in fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environment through proactive, preventative practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation, adhere to professional and ethical standards, and participate in ongoing professional learning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Education

LSW with advanced standing (LMSW/LCSW/LCPC-C/LCPC)

Maine school social worker certification/licensure

Job description

Sanford Middle School is seeking a collaborative General Education Social Worker to provide social-emotional and behavioral support to students through individual and small-group interventions. Work with staff, families, and community partners to foster student well-being, attendance, and a positive climate.

The position requires LSW with advanced standing and Maine licensure. The role emphasizes data analysis, collaboration, and ongoing professional learning within a supportive school community.