School Social Worker

Johnston County Public Schools; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Salary Schedule

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools is hiring a School Social Worker for West Campus/Student Services in Smithfield, NC. The role focuses on casework, counseling, and coordination with families and community partners to support students with special needs.

Must hold or be eligible for NC school social worker license; MSW preferred or BSW acceptable. Spanish language ability is a plus. Position is 10 months with state salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain NC school social worker license.
• MSW preferred or BSW acceptable from accredited program.
• Knowledgeable of school organizations; social work experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff in writing and oral.
• English and Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide casework, group work and community services to support rehab and adjustment of K-12 students.
• Provide transportation for medical appointments when no other resources are available.
• Provide counseling services to students and families.
• Coordinate services with school personnel and community agencies to assist students and families.
• Plan joint planning and case management with community agencies.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication

Case management

Team collaboration

Education

MSW preferred

BSW acceptable

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5956914

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: School Social Worker

LOCATION: West Campus/Student Services (Schools TBD)

SALARY: State Salary Schedule

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 Months

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid NC school social worker license.
• Masters Degree from an Accredited Social Work Program (preferred) or Bachelor’s Degree from Accredited Social Work Program.
• Knowledgeable of school organizations and their communities. Experience in social work is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff in written and oral presentation.
• Ability to speak in both English and Spanish is preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide casework, group work, and community services to support the rehabilitation and adjustment of students with special needs (K-12).
• Provide transportation for medical appointments and evaluations when no other community resources are available.
• Provide counseling services to students and families.
• Provide consultation and coordination services to school personnel and community agencies to assist students and families.
• Plan and participate in joint planning and case management with community agencies such as social services, mental health, and juvenile services.
• Serve as an advocate for students and parents to assure that the student’s educational, social, emotional, and material needs are met in accordance with established laws, rules, and regulations.
• Serve as a liaison or school representative in delinquent and undisciplined cases with Juvenile Services and juvenile court activities.
• Prepare petitions and present pertinent information in Criminal Court on parents in accordance with the North Carolina Compulsory School Attendance Law.
• Manage and maintain a casework record on each student referred in order to document services.
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of local resources to support families with a variety of needs.
• Complete Threat and Suicide Prevention Screenings as needed and provide follow up support to students and families.
• Maintain professional practice and development.
• Support and implement Board of Education policy as related to school and student situations and communicate this information to students, family, and community members as necessary.
• While this document is an initial outline of the duties that will be required of this position, the employee’s final job duties are subject to change at any time due to the discretion of the supervisor. It is a job requirement of all employees to complete other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to speak before groups of people with poise, voice control and confidence.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle
• Ability to serve as an itinerant staff member traveling from school to school
• Must be able to lift light loads (<25lbs) for transporting supplies

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid NC driver’s license.
• Strong interpersonal relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
• Ability to develop and compile a variety of records and reports.

DEADLINE: Until Filled.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Amanda Allen , Executive Director of Student Services
• Student Services
• Email: [e-mail]