School Social Worker - Data-Driven Student Support

Servingschools; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 49,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Middle School in Sanford, Maine, is seeking a collaborative General Education Social Worker to support students’ social-emotional and behavioral needs. The role focuses on interventions, data-driven planning, and strong partnership with families and school staff.

The position emphasizes improving attendance, student well-being, and an inclusive school climate through evidence-based practices and ongoing professional learning.

Qualifications

• LSW with advanced standing in graduate program (LMSW/LCSW/LCPC-C/LCPC).
• Valid Maine certification/licensure as a School Social Worker.
• Experience providing evidence-based social-emotional and behavioral interventions.
• Knowledge of PBIS, restorative practices, MTSS.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, communication, organizational, and data analysis skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based social-emotional and behavioral interventions to students individually and in small groups.
• Collect, analyze, and utilize student data to identify needs, monitor intervention effectiveness, improve attendance, and inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, school counselors, special education staff, families, and community agencies to develop and coordinate student support plans.
• Connect students and families with appropriate school and community resources.
• Support initiatives that promote positive student behavior, school engagement, and regular attendance.
• Maintain accurate documentation, adhere to professional and ethical standards, and participate in ongoing professional learning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Communication

Data analysis

Relationship building

Education

LSW with advanced standing (LMSW/LCSW/LCPC-C/LCPC)

Job description

Sanford Middle School in Sanford, Maine, is seeking a collaborative General Education Social Worker to support students’ social-emotional and behavioral needs. The role focuses on interventions, data-driven planning, and strong partnership with families and school staff.

The position emphasizes improving attendance, student well-being, and an inclusive school climate through evidence-based practices and ongoing professional learning.