On-Site School Social Worker: Counseling & Crisis Support

Onward Education; Michigan; On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Onward Education is hiring a full-time, in-person School Social Worker to support a school program in Wayne County, Michigan for the 2026/2027 school year. You’ll collaborate with students, families, and school teams to promote social-emotional well-being and remove barriers to learning.

In this role, you’ll provide individual and group counseling, crisis support, and proactive interventions. The position starts ASAP and runs through May 27, 2027, with a 40-hour on-site schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold Michigan School Social Worker credential and educator certification.
• Experience supporting students' social-emotional and behavioral needs in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group counseling using age-appropriate strategies.
• Support crisis response and collaborate on student safety plans.
• Coordinate with families and staff to connect to school/community resources.
• Address attendance, family stressors, and behavioral/social-emotional needs.
• Contribute to a positive school climate through proactive student support.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Family collaboration

Student support

Education

Michigan School Social Worker credential

Educator certification

Job description

Onward Education is hiring a full-time, in-person School Social Worker to support a school program in Wayne County, Michigan for the 2026/2027 school year. You’ll collaborate with students, families, and school teams to promote social-emotional well-being and remove barriers to learning.

In this role, you’ll provide individual and group counseling, crisis support, and proactive interventions. The position starts ASAP and runs through May 27, 2027, with a 40-hour on-site schedule.