School Intervention & Student Support Specialist

Alabaster City Schools; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Alabaster City Schools is seeking an Interventionist/School Social Worker to empower students, families, and school personnel. This role focuses on access to resources, coordination with school programs, and direct student support through counseling and referrals.

The position emphasizes collaboration with departments and community agencies, home visits, and crisis interventions, with a nine-month contract and opportunities to supervise interns.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensure by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners; LCSW or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of five years' social work experience in child welfare/adolescents preferred.
• Experience in an educational environment preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Flexible with alternatives to qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Furnish leadership and assist with the formulation of a desirable educational program for students.
• Provide support, referral, and follow-up services for targeted students.
• Assist Student Services, Special Education, Federal Programs, and other programs to support at-risk students.
• Assist schools, nurses, and families in obtaining social/health services for children.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Juvenile Court, and other agencies on family intervention.
• Conduct home visits as a liaison between school and home.
• Help develop action plans for students at risk of dropping out or attendance/behavior problems.
• Advise administrators, counselors, and teachers on intervention programs.
• Maintain punctual attendance.
• Conduct Parent Education/Parenting Support classes.
• Provide crisis intervention and assessments.
• Offer individual and group counseling.
• Collaborate with higher education to supervise social work interns.
• Attend Juvenile Court proceedings on behalf of Alabaster City Schools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (CSWE-accredited)

Licensure by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (LCSW or equivalent preferred)

Job description

Alabaster City Schools is seeking an Interventionist/School Social Worker to empower students, families, and school personnel. This role focuses on access to resources, coordination with school programs, and direct student support through counseling and referrals.

The position emphasizes collaboration with departments and community agencies, home visits, and crisis interventions, with a nine-month contract and opportunities to supervise interns.