School-Based Mental Health School Social Worker - Grant Position

Muscogee County Schools; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscogee County School District is seeking a School-Based Mental Health School Social Worker to join our guidance services team. This grant-funded role will provide comprehensive mental health services, support MTSS framework, and collaborate with students, families, and school staff to improve social, emotional, and academic outcomes.

The position is a 5-year grant starting with the 2025-2026 school year, with 210 work days, located in Guidance Services/MCPEC.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or related field is required.
• GA School Social Worker certification is required; LMSW/LCSW preferred.
• Experience in school-based counseling, attendance support, or crisis response is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school teams to design Tier 1–3 supports.
• Review assessments and develop individualized student plans.
• Participate in MTSS meetings with social-emotional learning focus.
• Provide one-on-one counseling for students' mental health needs.
• Support attendance improvement and crisis response as needed.
• Partner with families and community resources to connect services.

Skills

MTSS frameworks

Trauma-informed practices

Collaboration

Communication

Organizational skills

Counseling

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

School-Based Mental Health School Social Worker - Grant Position

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Job Details

Job ID: 5533530

Starting Date: Jul 17, 2025

Job Description

The Muscogee County School District has up to 6,000 employees from all backgrounds. We offer opportunities for everyone including support personnel, teachers, leaders, tradespeople, and much more.

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POSITION TITLE:

School-Based Mental Health School Social Worker – Grant Position

FLSA:

Exempt

SALARY:

Teacher Salary Schedule

WORK DAYS:

210

LOCATION:

Guidance Services/MCPEC

REPORTS TO:

Director of Guidance and Counseling Services

This posting is a 5-year grant position beginning with the 2025-2026 School Year.

Multiple positions available.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled School-Based Mental Health School Social Worker to join our team. This role will provide comprehensive mental health services, facilitate attendance interventions, and support students using a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with students, families, school staff, and community resources to enhance students' social, emotional, and academic success.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Educational Level: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) or a related field.
• Certification/License: Certification as a School Social Worker in the state of Georgia. Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) strongly preferred.
• Experience: Experience in school-based settings, counseling, attendance improvement, or crisis response is highly desirable.
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of MTSS frameworks, evidence-based interventions, and trauma-informed practices; Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Collaborate with school teams and external partners to design and implement Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 mental health supports.
• Review assessments to identify students requiring additional supports and develop individualized plans.
• Participate in MTSS and intervention team meetings, contributing expertise on social-emotional learning and behavior.
• Provide one-on-one counseling to address students' social-emotional needs, mental health concerns, and personal challenges.
• Assist students with developing coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, and self-advocacy.
• Facilitate group sessions on topics such as conflict resolution, stress management, social skills, and grief processing.
• Promote a safe and inclusive space for shared learning and peer support.
• Respond promptly to mental health crises and implementing safety plans.
• Serve on Crisis Response Team to provide grief solution-focused counseling
• Collaborate with school staff, parents, and external partners to support students during emergencies.
• Identify and address barriers to student attendance through assessments, outreach, and direct support.
• Collaborate with families and school staff to develop attendance improvement plans.
• Monitor attendance data and provide targeted interventions for chronically absent students.
• Utilize Tier 3 interventions when necessary
• Partner with teachers, administrators, and families to support students’ mental health and academic goals.
• Provide staff training on mental health awareness, trauma-informed practices, and interventions for attendance and behavior.
• Act as a liaison between the school and community resources, connecting families with needed services.
• Maintain confidential and accurate records of services and interventions provided.
• Ensure all practices align with district policies and state regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building administrator.

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Student Services > Social Worker

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kevin Shirley , Applicant Tracking Specialist
• Email: [e-mail]

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