Impactful School Social Worker, 1.0 FTE (Temp)

Bend-La Pine School District; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 53,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

Bend-La Pine Schools is seeking a temporary School Social Worker to support students through assessments, counseling, and coordination of services. The role emphasizes equity, collaboration with families and community partners, and aligning supports with student needs.

Under supervision of the Student Services department, you will address social-emotional barriers to learning, maintain documentation, and participate in multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive school social work services to support academic success, attendance, and well-being.
• Develop referral systems and conduct assessments affecting learning outcomes.
• Provide individual, group, and family interventions including crisis support.
• Monitor attendance, behavior, and progress to identify barriers and intervene early.
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and community partners to coordinate services.
• Conduct home visits when appropriate and engage families through outreach activities.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams and provide training to staff and families.
• Advocate for equitable access to services and culturally responsive practices.
• Collect data to evaluate services and inform program decisions.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with standards and policies.

Skills

School social work ethics

Crisis intervention

MTSS / multi-tiered support

Cultural responsiveness

Data collection & documentation

Collaboration with families & staff

Communication with diverse audiences

Job description

Bend-La Pine Schools is seeking a temporary School Social Worker to support students through assessments, counseling, and coordination of services. The role emphasizes equity, collaboration with families and community partners, and aligning supports with student needs.

Under supervision of the Student Services department, you will address social-emotional barriers to learning, maintain documentation, and participate in multidisciplinary teams.