NC-Licensed School Social Worker - Full-Time, 10 Months

Asheville City Schools; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Asheville City Schools in Asheville, North Carolina seeks a School Social Worker to support students' academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and attendance success through MTSS-based services and collaboration with families, teachers, and community partners.

The ideal candidate will hold NC licensure, an MSW or BSW, and demonstrate strong advocacy, assessment, crisis response, and culturally responsive practice with a commitment to equity and belonging for every student.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW).
• North Carolina School Social Work License required.
• Experience with children, adolescents, families, or educational settings preferred.
• Strong skills in advocacy, crisis response, assessment, collaboration, and data-driven practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess student, family, school, and community strengths and needs.
• Provide direct services, crisis response, and MTSS-based supports.
• Advocate for equitable access to educational opportunities and resources.
• Collaborate with students, families, educators, and community partners.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate student support initiatives.
• Maintain timely documentation and professional accountability.

Skills

Relationship-building

Assessment

Advocacy

Crisis response

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Data analysis

Cultural responsiveness

Education

MSW or BSW in Social Work

Job description

Asheville City Schools in Asheville, North Carolina seeks a School Social Worker to support students' academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and attendance success through MTSS-based services and collaboration with families, teachers, and community partners.

The ideal candidate will hold NC licensure, an MSW or BSW, and demonstrate strong advocacy, assessment, crisis response, and culturally responsive practice with a commitment to equity and belonging for every student.