Elementary Social Worker & Behavior Support Specialist

Lincoln Consolidated School District; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Consolidated School District is seeking an Elementary Social Worker / Behavior Intervention Specialist to provide social, emotional, behavioral, and instructional support to students facing challenges that affect learning and well-being.

The role develops individualized interventions, collaborates with families and staff, and promotes safe, inclusive classrooms through positive behavioral supports and restorative practices.

Qualifications

• Requires Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW).
• Must have full approval from the Michigan Department of Education as a School Social Worker.
• Experience with Section 504 plans is preferred.
• Experience delivering services within a school setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of EI, LD, CI, OHI and ASD and related assessments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and promotes a positive, safe, and supportive school environment built on fairness, respect, positive relationships, and high expectations for all students.
• Provides individualized social, emotional, behavioral, and intervention support to elementary students experiencing personal, family, social, or behavioral challenges that may interfere with learning and academic success.
• Conducts Functional Behavioral Assessments using multiple sources of information, including formal and informal observations of behaviors that interfere with learning.
• Develops, implements, and monitors individualized Behavior Support Plans, 504 plans, and other appropriate interventions using positive behavioral supports, restorative practices, and ethical, proactive, student-centered approaches.
• Collects, analyzes, and monitors behavioral and student performance data to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and modify support plans as necessary.
• Collaborates with teachers, special education staff, paraprofessionals, administrators, and other school personnel to ensure consistent implementation of behavior plans and appropriate student supports.
• Provides training, guidance, and modeling to classroom staff and paraprofessionals regarding behavior intervention strategies, behavior plans, and effective instructional practices.
• Promotes student self-advocacy, independence, and personal responsibility by helping students identify, communicate, and appropriately address their individual needs.
• Communicates and collaborates with students, parents, and families to address student needs, advocate for student success, and develop effective family-school partnerships.
• Connects students and families with appropriate school and community resources and assists families in accessing services to address identified needs.
• Works with at-risk students and families, including navigating and coordinating EPHY services and other available community support.
• Assists with managing and reviewing student discipline referrals and identifying appropriate behavioral and social-emotional interventions.
• Supports and implements school and district initiatives, including anti-bullying programs, SWPBIS, and other student support programs.
• Provides academic mentorship, student monitoring, and additional individualized support to students identified as at risk or experiencing barriers to academic achievement.
• Works with teachers to monitor and communicate student progress toward behavioral, social-emotional, and other identified goals, as needed.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation in accordance with district policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Participates in collaborative discussions regarding student needs, achievement, and behavioral data to inform intervention and instructional decisions.
• Incorporates an understanding of students' individual experiences, family backgrounds, and community connections when developing and implementing support services.
• Participates in professional development, maintains appropriate certifications and qualifications, and stays current with effective practices in social work, behavioral interventions, and student support.
• Participates in district and building initiatives and supports the implementation of school improvement plans.
• Demonstrates professionalism, collegiality, and effective communication while working with students, families, staff, and community partners.
• Maintains high expectations for all students and supports each student's individual path toward academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success.
• Participate in organizational quality.
• Participates in district and school initiatives, adheres to building and district school improvement plans.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Michigan Department of Education School Social Worker approval

Section 504 experience

School-based service delivery experience

Experience with EI, LD, CI, OHI and ASD

Job description

Lincoln Consolidated School District is seeking an Elementary Social Worker / Behavior Intervention Specialist to provide social, emotional, behavioral, and instructional support to students facing challenges that affect learning and well-being.

The role develops individualized interventions, collaborates with families and staff, and promotes safe, inclusive classrooms through positive behavioral supports and restorative practices.