School Social Worker; Evergreen​/Sycamore Elementary

School Social Worker (Evergreen / Sycamore Elementary)

Position Type:

Elementary Teaching/School Social Worker

Date Posted:

5/12/2026

Location:

Evergreen Elementary

Date Available:

07/27/2026

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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Title of Position:
School Social Worker

Salary:
Range $54,000- $98,400

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Assigned Workday Calendar: 185 Days + 5 Extended Days

Job Status:
Full-Time

Schedule:

Monday Friday

Benefits:

Eligible for medical and dental insurance as well as supplemental benefits such as vision, life insurance, disability, etc. Provided long-term disability, TRF, 401(a) Retirement.

Paid Time Off Benefits: 9 sick days/4 personal days

Holiday Pay:
Not Eligible

Qualifications:

* Education:

Bachelor's Degree

* Certification:
Appropriate Indiana certification, Valid School Social Worker certification required, or a valid Indiana Student Services License preferred, LCSW also preferred

* Experience:

Previous experience in a school environment preferred

* Other: A desire to continue acquiring professional knowledge and pursuing current developments in the social work best practices required.

Essential Functions:

* Provide strategies and services at the individual, small group, classroom, and/or family levels.

* Interact with students to identify barriers related to a successful student learning experience. Areas of focus will include addressing social, emotional, and/or mental health challenges to assist in the development of positive skills and outlook toward self as well as improved relationships with school, learning, peers, parents, teachers, and/or families.

* Provide culturally responsive services to students, staff, families and community partners

* Thorough understanding of child development, including the application of social work theories and current best practice standards

* Delivery of social work counseling services, including but not limited to 1:1, small group, crisis intervention/assessment, and/or consultation

* Adept in the time management, planning, organization, and documentation that relates to the delivery of social work services and counseling

* Effective interpersonal skills

* Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with students, families, and school personnel

* Utilization and understanding of community resources to ensure appropriate referrals

* Knowledgeable about student disabilities and strategies to support student, classroom, teacher and building.

* Foster and maintain a good relationship with pupils, staff, patrons, vendors and the community

* Display tact, courtesy and excellent etiquette that demonstrates genuine care and concern for staff, students, parents and other members of the community

* Be an example of exemplary adult behavior for students

* Collaborate with others across a variety of functions and backgrounds.

* Demonstrate proficient communication skills both verbally and in writing

* Work independently with limited direction to effectively meet deadlines and mitigate stressful situations

* Comply with all Corporation policies, procedures and guidelines

* Comply with all applicable local, state and federal regulations

* Work to improve student well-being through the delivery of individual and/or small group counseling to best serve student needs

* Conduct assessments and/or screenings, including crisis intervention, for the purpose of problem identification and recommend courses of action to maximize student well-being

* Collaborate with school professionals, parents, and community partners to support improved student well-being.

* Serve as a liaison between student, home, school, and community resources.

* Access and link community resources to students, families, and the school in response to identified needs.

* Assist in developing and implementing functional behavior assessments and individual behavior support plans. Develop and facilitate parent education sessions.

* Deliver professional development to school staff regarding mental health and/or behavior needs.

* May serve as a member of the school's MTSS team.

* Consult with school staff, school counselors, teachers, and parents regarding strategies for helping students develop and apply…