Social Worker

Hopkins-Public-Schools; Oak Terrace (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 60,228; Full time

Job summary

Hopkins Public Schools is seeking a Licensed School Social Worker to provide direct and indirect social work services to students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs. The role involves collaboration with families, school staff, and community providers to promote equity and student well-being.

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Student Services and Building Principal, you will deliver evidence-based interventions, manage IEP-related duties, and coordinate 504 accommodations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, or a closely related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct social/emotional services for students;
• Assists with IEP related duties as administrative designee;
• Collaborates with school staff and families to support students' needs;
• Liaises with community mental health providers and case managers;
• Provides grief, trauma, and crisis-related support and education;
• Coordinates 504 accommodations and related processes;
• Intervenes in alcohol/drug issues;
• Maintains communication with parents and caregivers.

Skills

Treatment plans

Interpretation of laws

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no typical Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.

We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.

You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.

Summary

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Student Services and Building Principal, the Licensed School SocialWorker provides direct and indirect social work services to students experiencing social, emotional, and/or behavioral problems that interfere with their performance in school, and facilitates communication among school, home, and community providers.

Essential Functions

• Performs special education due process-related duties and responsibilities; serves as administrative designee on Individual Education Plan (IEP) team; facilitates meetings, takes notes, and completes due process paperwork.
• Provides direct social/emotional skill service to special education and regular education students.
• Parental Communication.
• Provides direct social/emotional evidence-based and culturally responsive interventions for students; consults with staff regarding support and interventions for students, interpreting behaviors for staff.
• Collaborates with community mental health providers and case managers.
• Connects students and families with basic needs resources; communicates, problem solves, and shares information with community partners.
• Provides individual and group support for students and families around issues of grief and loss, trauma, suicide ideation, etc.; provides classroom lessons on grief and loss; psychoeducation; collaborates with crisis assessors – talks with families about crisis assessment resources, arranges for crisis assessment.
• Prepares Child Protective Services referrals reporting abuse and neglect concerns.
• Implements attendance interventions and support.
• Acts as the coordinator for 504 law accommodations plans.
• Intervenes in student alcohol/drug issues.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in education, or a closely related field.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Driver's license.
• License as a School SocialWorker by MDE.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Required Knowledge

• District policies and procedures.
• Principles, practices, and ethical standards of social work.
• Laws, codes, and regulations related to assignments.
• Disabilities and accommodations.
• Community resources and programs available to clients with identified needs.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Required Skills

• Creating and administering individualized treatment plans.
• Interpreting and applying state and Federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
• Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high-quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District's established Core Values.
• Advancing the District's mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.

Physical/Mental Requirements

Work is performed in a school environment, using standard equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Working Environment

Work is performed in a school setting. Travel required to locations throughout the District.

Compensation and Schedule

• 1.0 FTE - 185 Days
  HEA Union Contract
  Range: BA, Step 0: $51,000.00
  MA, Step 0: $60,228.00
  Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
  Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE