Social Worker | Muskegon, Michigan

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Job Description

A full-time Social Worker position is available at an early childhood school in Muskegon, MI, to support students during a leave contract period. This role focuses on providing direct social work services to a small caseload of under 10 young children, ensuring their social, emotional, and behavioral needs are met within the early learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive evaluations and screenings to assess student needs
• Collaborating with educators and families to develop and implement behavior response strategies
• Delivering targeted social work interventions and support services tailored to early childhood students
• Monitoring student progress and adjusting approaches to promote positive outcomes

Qualifications and experience:

• Must hold a valid Michigan School Social Worker License
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and social-emotional health
• Experience managing a small caseload with individualized attention
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary educational team
• Excellent communication skills to engage with students, families, and staff

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young learners during a key developmental stage. The contract leave assignment provides the chance to apply specialized skills in a supportive early childhood setting.

Interested candidates with the appropriate license and a passion for early childhood social work are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this important role.