School Social Worker - Special Education & Student Support

Ypsilanti Community Schools; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 47,950 - 57,550; Full time

Job summary

Ypsilanti Community Schools is seeking a School Special Education Social Worker to assist students with goal setting and behavior management. This role includes providing evaluations for special education eligibility and leading individual or group sessions to support IEP requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and a State of Michigan License for School Social Worker, along with a commitment to working with adolescents with special needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master's degree and a State of Michigan License for School Social Worker.
• Experience working with adolescents with special needs is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and families in obtaining needed community services.
• Provide group and individual sessions on conflict resolution and goal setting.
• Participate in student evaluations for special education eligibility.

Skills

Ability to explain and demonstrate teaching techniques

Ability to read and analyze professional journals

Effective presentation skills

Clear communication in writing

Ability to integrate technology

Basic math and reasoning skills

Ability to build rapport

Problem-solving ability

Education

Masters degree

State of Michigan License for School Social Worker

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ypsilanti Community Schools is seeking a School Special Education Social Worker to assist students with goal setting and behavior management. This role includes providing evaluations for special education eligibility and leading individual or group sessions to support IEP requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and a State of Michigan License for School Social Worker, along with a commitment to working with adolescents with special needs.