School Social Worker

Wayne County Schools Employment Network; Melvindale (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Special Education / School Social Worker to support students facing disabilities, trauma, and behavioral challenges. This role involves counseling, collaboration with parents and staff, and participation in IEP processes to promote student success. Candidates must hold a social work degree and be licensed. Experience with At-Risk students is preferred and a compensation aligned with the teacher's contract is offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work required.
• Must be a licensed School Social Worker.
• Experience with At-Risk students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students on issues such as mental health and social adjustment.
• Serve as a liaison between school, students, families, and agencies.
• Participate in MET and IEP teams for academic success.

Skills

Counseling

Conflict Management

Collaboration

Behavioral Intervention

Assessment

Education

Degree in Social Work

Licensed and Certified School Social Worker with SSW 310 Approval

Job description

Position Type:

Special Education / School Social Worker

Date Posted: 5 / 15 / 2025

Location: Melvindale N. Allen Park Schools

Closing Date: 05 / 22 / 2025

District:

Melvindale Northern Allen Park Public Schools

Role and Responsibilities

• Knowledge of CASEL Framework and ability to assist staff with SEL strategies in the classroom.
• Counsel individual students and groups on issues such as mental health, poverty, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, or childcare.
• Interview students and families to assess their situations, capabilities, and needs, determining appropriate services.
• Serve as a liaison between school, students, families, and external agencies like child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, and healthcare providers to support children facing disabilities, trauma, abuse, or poverty.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and school staff to identify causes of issues like truancy and misbehavior and implement solutions.
• Apply best practice interventions for behavioral issues.
• Participate as a member of MET and IEP teams to develop interventions that promote academic and behavioral success, including IEP goals and care plans.
• Understand Medical Plans of Care, MET / IEP processes, and Section 504 plans.
• Provide counseling to students exhibiting behavioral, academic, or mental/physical impairments, diagnosing issues and coordinating needed services.
• Coordinate with school personnel to support students with disabilities.
• Interpret special education policies, procedures, and guidelines for staff.
• Contribute to the school's MTSS team by providing evaluation, support, and consultation through the SST process.
• Deliver services to students with IEPs.
• Coordinate Peer-to-Peer Program.
• Utilize conflict management skills and collaborate with other service providers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Licensed and Certified School Social Worker with SSW 310 Approval.
• Experience working with At-Risk students in various settings preferred.
• Experience with MTSS framework, IEP documentation, evaluation tools, and Section 504 plans preferred.
• Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments, data-driven decision making, and developing Positive Behavior Intervention Plans preferred.
• Ability to work independently with appropriate supervision.
• Early childhood experience is a plus but not required.

Working Schedule and Rate of Pay:

40 weeks per year (aligned with teacher work calendar)

Salary according to the master contract