Kindergarten Elementary School Social Worker in Newaygo, MI

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Job Description

Make a meaningful difference in a school setting while utilizing your expertise as a Social Worker. Two contract opportunities are availableone supporting a K-12 student population, and another focused solely on high school students. Both roles allow you to have a profound impact, providing dedicated support and advocacy to help students thrive academically and socially.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Valid State Social Worker license or certification required
• Experience working with school-aged children, ideally across K-12 or high school settings
• Strong assessment, intervention, and counseling skills
• Understanding of behavioral management, crisis intervention, and student support strategies
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with staff, students, and families
• Familiarity with IEP and 504 plan processes is preferred
• Flexibility and adaptability to support diverse needs and settings

Responsibilities:

• Provide group and one-on-one counseling to students based on emotional, behavioral, or academic challenges
• Collaborate with educators, administrators, and families to develop and implement effective support plans
• Facilitate interventions for students at risk and connect families to community resources
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to the planning of student interventions
• Support conflict resolution, crisis management, and the creation of positive school climates
• Maintain accurate records, comply with confidentiality guidelines, and document progress

Benefits & Perks:

• Experience in a dynamic K-12 or high school-only setting, tailored to your interests and expertise
• Flexible contract assignment for optimal work-life balance
• Opportunities to build strong connections within a supportive school community

Embrace the chance to inspire and empower students in a vibrant educational atmosphere. Submit your application today and help make a lasting difference in the lives of young learners!