Long-Term Substitute, Social Worker - Blanche Sims Elementary

Lakeorion; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Michigan is looking for a full-time School Social Worker to provide behavioral support to students and staff. The candidate will need a School Social Worker certification and a strong background in behavioral strategies. Responsibilities include creating behavior plans, supporting at-risk students, and collaborating with teachers on professional development. The role emphasizes attendance and involves community agency referrals. Candidates will be considered internally and externally, but applications must be submitted online.

Qualifications

• Certification required or meet requirements for full or temporary approval from MDE.
• Strong behavioral background with experience in behavior plans and assessments.
• Experience in data analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional development on behavior strategies to teachers.
• Develop RTI and behavior strategies in planning.
• Support all at-risk students with behavioral needs.
• Support at-risk students and coordinate with community mental health resources.
• Facilitate SEL interventions and referrals to outside agencies.
• Plan for individual students and small groups on targeted skills and ensure regular attendance.

Skills

Behavioral analysis

Data analysis

Data analysis

Education

School Social Worker certification

Job description

Long-Term Sub - School Social Worker

Lake Orion Blanche Sims Elementary, Orion Township, Michigan

Job Details

Job ID: 5522558
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Qualifications:

• School Social Worker certification required or meet requirements for full or temporary approval from MDE
• Must have strong behavioral background with an emphasis on creating and implementing behavior plans and functional behavior assessments
• Strong data analysis experience preferred

Description:

• Provide professional development on behavior strategies to teachers and administrators
• Works with building in behavior support
• Develops RTI and behavior in strategic planning
• Takes an active role in the SST at the building level by addressing behavioral needs for all students
• Supports all at-risk students
• Knowledge of community mental health agencies
• Facilitates SEL interventions
• Referrals to outside agencies
• Classroom groups
• Plans for individual students and small groups on targeted skills
• Regular and consistent attendance

MAY BE HIRED THROUGH THIRD PARTY

Application Process:

Internal candidates: Interested internal candidates should complete an online internal application.

External candidates: Interested and qualified external candidates must complete an online application.

Please note: mailed, faxed or emailed letters of interest and resumes will not be accepted.

Lake Orion Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex, color, national origin, religion, age, height, weight, marital status or otherwise qualified handicapped individuals with respect to District educational programs, activities and employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Student Services > Social Worker

Contact Information

• Natalie Cox
• 1335 Joslyn
• Lake Orion, Michigan 48360
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]