Mobile School Social Worker & Student Advocate

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Spanish Fort (AL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking a School Social Worker to provide social work services in the district, addressing personal, emotional, and social needs to support student learning.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree in social work (preferred), licensure as an LGSW, and a valid driver’s license. The role involves collaboration with home, school, and community, crisis intervention, and program development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university, preferred.
• Possess and maintain standing as a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW).
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification licensure under Alabama law.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Effective interpersonal skills with diverse groups and community agencies.
• Knowledge of community-based resources and agencies.
• Ability to develop, evaluate and implement social work programs.
• Professionalism and high standards of performance.
• Identify and solve problems as a productive team member.
• Use technology to communicate, manage data, and produce reports.
• Physical strength, mobility, and stamina for job responsibilities.
• Punctuality and regular attendance.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
• Serves as a student advocate and liaison between home, school, and community.
• Provides intervention services for students and families with interpersonal and environmental difficulties.
• Assist in referrals to community agencies and follow-up as necessary.
• Provide consultation to teachers, principals, counselors, and other staff.
• Make home and community visits as needed.
• Identify homeless students and provide services.
• Maintain professional documentation and intervention logs.
• Demonstrate ethical standards and professional leadership.
• Assist in assessing students’ social and environmental needs.
• Develop and implement plans to enhance student school success.
• Help understand how family, culture, SES, health affect performance.
• Build rapport with students and mentor as appropriate.
• Assist with crisis prevention and intervention as needed.
• Support parents to participate in education and use resources effectively.
• Demonstrate initiative in responsibilities and improvements.
• Provide counseling to students with emotional or attendance problems.
• Participate in assessment teams with the school.
• Organize time management and supervise students during duties.
• Attend staff development and participate in committees.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional behavior.
• Report problems or irregularities promptly.
• Ensure timely and accurate reports and correspondence.
• Use equipment responsibly and supervise others in inventory.
• Collaborate effectively as a team member.
• Serve on committees as needed.
• Adhere to policies and regulations.
• Report absences and take leave per policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Data management

Technology use

Problem solving

Professionalism

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW)

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking a School Social Worker to provide social work services in the district, addressing personal, emotional, and social needs to support student learning.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree in social work (preferred), licensure as an LGSW, and a valid driver’s license. The role involves collaboration with home, school, and community, crisis intervention, and program development.