School Social Worker | Student Support & Interventions

TrulyHired; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired in Michigan is seeking a School Social Worker to support students with personal, emotional, and social needs and to collaborate with families and school staff. The role is 1.0 FTE and grant-funded for one year, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, reporting to the Building Principal.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Social Work and full or temporary approval from the Michigan Department of Education as a school social worker, and will engage in interventions, assessments,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work as required.
• Must have full or temporary approval from the Michigan Department of Education as a school social worker.

Responsibilities

• Identify interference with the ability of students to make progress in the educational setting and consult with school staff in planning and implementing appropriate interventions.
• Use a variety of social work methods to enable students to cope with problems and to make satisfactory use of the educational experience.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Complete comprehensive diagnostic evaluations of students suspected of having a disability and collaborate with the IEP team in the determination of eligibility for special education in accordance with IDEA and MARSE.
• Provide direct therapy and intervention for students with disabilities who have emotional or behavioral concerns.
• Collaborate and consult with principals, teachers and other personnel to foster use of existing school programs and procedures as well as assist in planning new programs and procedures related to educational, social, and emotional needs of students.

Education

Master's degree in social work

Full or temporary approval from the Michigan Department of Education as a school social worker

Job description

TrulyHired in Michigan is seeking a School Social Worker to support students with personal, emotional, and social needs and to collaborate with families and school staff. The role is 1.0 FTE and grant-funded for one year, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, reporting to the Building Principal.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Social Work and full or temporary approval from the Michigan Department of Education as a school social worker, and will engage in interventions, assessments,