School Social Worker in Taylor, MI

Sunbelt Staffing; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a contracted School Social Worker for maternity coverage in a dynamic school environment. The full-time assignment runs from October 2026 through February 2027, supporting students during a key academic year.

You will provide direct social work services to students on IEPs/504 plans, primarily in K-5, with some middle and high school involvement. Collaboration with teachers, families, and staff is essential to student success.

Qualifications

• Valid School Social Worker certification and state licensure.
• Experience in a school setting with IEPs/504s.
• Proficient in brief interventions and solution-focused counseling.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct social work services in 30-minute blocks.
• Manage caseload of approximately 30 students (K-5 with some middle/high).
• Support behavioral, emotional, and academic interventions across grades K-5; some higher grades.
• Maintain timely documentation for IEP/504 compliance.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and collaborate with staff.

Skills

School Social Work

IEP/504 Knowledge

Brief Interventions

Collaboration

Education

School Social Worker certification

State licensure

Job description

Step into a dynamic educational environment supporting students as a contracted School Social Worker for a maternity coverage role. This full-time opportunity runs from October 2026 through February 2027, offering the chance to make a lasting difference in students lives during a formative period.

In this role, youll influence academic and emotional outcomes by providing direct social work services to students on IEPs or 504 plans. The primary caseload consists of about 30 studentsmostly within grades K-5with a small number of middle and high schoolers as well.

Qualifications:

• Valid School Social Worker certification and relevant state licensure
• Experience in a school setting, particularly with students holding IEPs/504s
• Skilled in providing brief interventions and solution-focused counseling
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support student success

Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct social work services in 30-minute blocks based on student needs:
  • 14 students receive sessions 2-4 times per month (minimum of 14 hours each month)
  • 16 students receive sessions 1-2 times per month (minimum of 8 hours each month)
• Support a caseload of 30 (with a potential increase of four students due to ongoing evaluations)
• Consult on behavioral, emotional, and academic interventions for primarily K-5 grades, with some involvement at the middle and high school levels
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation for IEP/504 compliance
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and collaborate with staff on student plans

Your commitment will ensure students social and emotional needs are addressed, empowering them to thrive academically and socially.