K-8 School Social Worker

AnthroMed LLC; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to support SPED students in grades K-8. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with dedicated support from an experienced LCSW Director. You will provide essential school-based counseling services, develop effective behavior support strategies, and connect families with community resources. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on student growth, this role is ideal for passionate social workers looking to make a meaningful impact in the educational setting. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion while fostering a safe and welcoming environment for all students.

Benefits

100% paid health insurance premium

Professional development opportunities

Free CEUs

Access to materials database

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work required; LMSW license eligible in Michigan.
• Preferred experience in K-12 educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services to students in individual and group settings.
• Develop and track effectiveness of behavior support plans.

Skills

School-based counseling

Behavioral data analysis

Collaboration with families

Social-emotional support

Education

Master’s in Social Work (MSW)

Doctoral degree in Social Work

Job description

AnthroMed Education is currently hiring a social worker for an opportunity with one of our amazing school partners in Southfield, MI. This position is in two buildings, supporting SPED students who are in grades K-8.

This is a full-time position for the 2024-2025 school year!

Position Title:

School Social Worker

Grade Level:

K-8th Grade

Compensation:

Full Year Salary paid weekly

Benefits:

AnthroMed Education is proud to provide a United Healthcare PPO plan where the premium is 100% paid for, that means $0 premium cost from your paycheck

Location:

Southfield, MI

Support:

AnthroMed Education has a wonderful LCSW Director of Social Work who helps our team with dedicated caseload support throughout the school year. You would also have access to professional development opportunities (free CEUs!), guest speaker series, a robust materials database, and more!

School Social Worker Requirements:

• Master’s (MSW) or Doctoral degree in Social Work
• LMSW license eligible in the State of Michigan
• School Social Work Approval Form (ss310)
• Preferred experience in a K-12 setting

School Social Worker Duties:

• Provide school-based counseling services to students.
• Conduct services in individual and/or group settings based on student’s needs.
• Create a safe and welcoming environment for students to encourage social, emotional, and educational growth.
• Develop methods of tracking the effectiveness of behavior support plans through the analysis of behavioral data and makes changes to the plan as necessary.
• Participate in meetings and maintain records of assessments and progress monitoring.
• Organize classroom meetings, social skills groups, etc on identified areas of concern for the students.
• Connect students and families with applicable community mental health organizations.
• Offer staff development on issues related to social-emotional-environmental factors that impact learning.
• Promote student self-advocacy and independence by encouraging each student to identify his/her needs and preferences.
• Collaborate with families about the educational planning for each student.
• Other duties as assigned.

AnthroMed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AnthroMed LLC will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran or military status.