Equity-Focused School Social Worker

Bend-La Pine Schools; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Bend-La Pine Schools is seeking a School Social Worker to support students’ academic success, attendance, and social-emotional well-being. The role emphasizes equitable access to services and collaboration with families, school staff, and community partners to address barriers and promote positive outcomes.

Under supervision of the Student Services department, this position conducts assessments, provides counseling and interventions, and coordinates services across systems while maintaining

Qualifications

• Eligibility for or possession of an Oregon School Social Worker license (TSPC).
• Ability to obtain/maintain credentials as School-Based Health Services provider in Oregon (NPI, Medicaid).
• Knowledge of school social work, child development, mental health, and related laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive school social work services supporting academic success and well-being.
• Conduct assessments to identify student and family factors affecting learning.
• Provide individual and group counseling and crisis intervention.
• Collaborate with families, staff, and community partners to coordinate services.

Skills

Assessment

Counseling

Intervention planning

Relationship building

Written communication

Collaboration

Home visits

Advocacy

Documentation

Education

Oregon School Social Worker license

National Provider Identifier (NPI)

Medicaid provider number

Job description

Bend-La Pine Schools is seeking a School Social Worker to support students’ academic success, attendance, and social-emotional well-being. The role emphasizes equitable access to services and collaboration with families, school staff, and community partners to address barriers and promote positive outcomes.

Under supervision of the Student Services department, this position conducts assessments, provides counseling and interventions, and coordinates services across systems while maintaining