Social Worker in Fruitport, MI

Sunbelt Staffing; Fruitport (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing in Michigan is seeking a contract School Social Worker to support students with diverse behavioral and academic needs. This full-time maternity-leave cover runs through mid-October and is based at multiple local schools in Fruitport area.

You'll collaborate with teachers and staff to foster an inclusive environment, conduct assessments, provide counseling, and connect families with community resources. On-site role with strong emphasis on student well-being and progress.

Qualifications

• Must have current Michigan School Social Worker license.
• Proven experience supporting students with behavioral and academic needs.
• Strong communication with diverse students, families, and school teams.
• Ability to adapt interventions for individual student requirements.
• Desirable experience in a school-based role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments, develop intervention plans, and provide counseling for students with identified needs.
• Collaborate with educational staff to implement behavioral supports and academic interventions.
• Serve as a resource for families, connecting them with community services and supports.
• Maintain timely, accurate records of services provided and student progress.
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide input on behavioral intervention strategies.

Skills

MSW License

Behavioral support

Communication skills

IEP collaboration

School-based experience

Job description

Make a positive impact as a contract School Social Worker supporting students with diverse behavioral and academic needs. This full-time opportunity runs from now through mid-October to cover a maternity leave, providing vital services at multiple local schools. Youll work on-site Monday through Friday, collaborating with teachers and staff to foster an inclusive, supportive environment for students facing unique challenges.

Your work will focus on helping students develop essential skills for success, connecting families with important resources, and supporting school communities at Orchard, Oakridge, and Ravenna. If you are a motivated, compassionate professional eager to make a difference, your expertise will be a valued resource throughout this assignment.

Key Qualifications:

• Current Michigan School Social Worker license (cannot be supervised in this setting; must be fully credentialed)
• Proven experience providing support to students with a variety of behavioral and academic needs
• Strong communication skills for working with diverse students, families, and school teams
• Ability to adapt interventions for individual student requirements
• Understanding of educational systems and experience in a school-based role is highly desirable

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments, develop intervention plans, and provide counseling for students with identified needs
• Collaborate with educational staff to implement behavioral supports and academic interventions
• Serve as a resource for families, connecting them with community services and supports
• Maintain timely, accurate records of services provided and student progress
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide input on behavioral intervention strategies

Step into a role where your skills directly support student growth and well-being in a collaborative educational environment.