Elementary Faith-Based Social Worker

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) with employer match

Professional development stipend ($250

Professional development stipend $2500

Job summary

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy, Aug Prep South Campus, seeks an Elementary School Social Worker to support a faith-based, 10-month school-year program.

You will manage a caseload, provide short-term counseling, and collaborate with teachers and families to promote holistic student well-being. Reports to the Director of Social Work and starts August 2026. Strong faith alignment and bilingual Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work is required; Master’s preferred; Wisconsin state license preferred.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care is required.
• Ability to integrate faith with social work in day-to-day practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge and competence in social work in educational settings.
• Strong organizational skills and professional discretion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; Spanish bilingualism preferred.
• Active participation in a Christian church.
• Team player aligned with Aug Prep mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of students and provide faith-based school social work services.
• Provide short-term individual Christian counseling for trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and social development.
• Facilitate small group sessions (grief, anxiety, emotion regulation, social skills).
• Conduct home visits and complete required Wisconsin reports.
• Assist with attendance, truancy protocols, and collaboration meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, Special Education, and community resources to support students.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Cultural sensitivity

Trauma-informed care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Master’s Degree in Social Work

WI State License (DPI P001 / APSW / LCSW) preferred

Job description

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy, Aug Prep South Campus, seeks an Elementary School Social Worker to support a faith-based, 10-month school-year program.

You will manage a caseload, provide short-term counseling, and collaborate with teachers and families to promote holistic student well-being. Reports to the Director of Social Work and starts August 2026. Strong faith alignment and bilingual Spanish preferred.