School Social Worker: Student Well-Being Advocate

Eleutheria; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 94,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEU reimbursement

Full benefits

Paid leave and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Point Quest Group is seeking a School Social Worker to support students’ emotional well-being and access to community resources in Ann Arbor, MI. You will provide direct counseling, contribute to IEP/504 planning, and act as a liaison among school, families, and community services.

The role requires an MSW, state licensure or eligibility, and a background check, with preference for LCSW or prior K-12 experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• State licensure or certification as a School Social Worker (or eligibility to obtain).
• Department of Justice/FBI Background Check (or equivalent state or national fingerprint clearance).
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience working in a K-12 school setting preferred.
• Experience with crisis intervention, behavior management, and community-based resources preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Conduct social-emotional and behavioral assessments; contribute findings to IEPs, 504 plans, and intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement student support plans and behavior interventions.
• Serve as a liaison between school, home, and community resources to support student success and family engagement.
• Respond to crisis situations, including risk assessments and safety planning, while supporting students and staff during and after incidents.
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation of services, case notes, and progress in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on topics such as trauma-informed practices, behavior management, and social-emotional learning.

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Point Quest Group is seeking a School Social Worker to support students’ emotional well-being and access to community resources in Ann Arbor, MI. You will provide direct counseling, contribute to IEP/504 planning, and act as a liaison among school, families, and community services.

The role requires an MSW, state licensure or eligibility, and a background check, with preference for LCSW or prior K-12 experience.