School Social Worker – LISW/LCSW

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Part time

Job summary

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC seeks a qualified school-based social worker to provide evaluations and direct/indirect services in a Albuquerque area school. You will coordinate with educators to support IEPs and student needs, ensuring compliance with NM regulations and Medicaid documentation.

Licensure as LISW/LCSW in NM is required along with NMBSWE supervisor certification and DEPARTMENT licensure for social workers.

Qualifications

• Current LISW or LCSW license to practice in New Mexico.
• Supervisor certification on NMBSWE listing.
• NM Public Education Department licensure for Social Workers.
• Completed Medicaid Provider Number application or active number.
• Experience providing school-based social work services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct social work evaluations for eligible students when requested.
• Provide direct and indirect school-based social work services per regulations.
• Design and implement services aligned to student needs and IEPs.
• Provide consultation to teachers and educational team members.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and planning for IEPs.
• Supervise LM SWs as required by NMBSWE.
• Maintain caseload records and prepare progress and evaluation reports.
• Submit required Medicaid service documentation and other records.
• Collaborate with parents, staff, and administrators involved in student services.
• Maintain licensure, certifications and compliance documentation.

Skills

LISW/LCSW license

NMBSWE supervisor listing

NM Public Education Department licensu

Medicaid Provider Number

School-based social work experience

Job description

Albuquerque, United States | Posted on 08/28/2026

Job Quick Facts

• Facility Type: School
• Service Delivery: Direct, Indirect, Evaluation, Consultation, and Supervision Services
• Schedule: As Needed; Monday-Friday during school hours
• Compensation: $60 per hour

Requirements

• Current State of New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners license to practice as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Current State of New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners Supervisor Certification, with the provider's name appearing on the applicable NMBSWE supervisor listing.
• Current New Mexico Public Education Department licensure for Social Workers.
• Completed application for a Medicaid Provider Number or an assigned Medicaid Provider Number.
• Appropriate education, training, and professional preparation necessary to provide school-based social work services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct social work evaluations for eligible assigned students when requested.
• Provide direct and indirect school-based social work services in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Design and implement social work services appropriate to individual student needs and IEP requirements.
• Provide consultation to teachers and other members of the student’s educational team.
• Participate in multidisciplinary and IEP-related planning and service coordination as appropriate.
• Provide supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers in accordance with NMBSWE requirements when requested.
• Maintain assigned caseload information and accurate student service records.
• Prepare and submit progress reports, evaluation reports, and other required documentation within established timelines.
• Complete Medicaid service documentation in accordance with applicable District procedures.
• Complete federal and state documentation governing the provision of social work services.
• Provide monthly billing and student contact forms as required.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators, special education personnel, and other professionals involved in student services.
• Coordinate service schedules with designated Special Education and school-site representatives.
• Provide services in accordance with professional standards of practice and ethical requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student, family, and District information.
• Provide services only for assignments properly authorized through the designated Special Education Department.
• Maintain required licensure, certifications, and compliance documentation throughout the assignment.