Long-term Substitute Secondary School Social Worker

Long-term Substitute Secondary School Social Worker

Hamilton Community School District Hamilton Middle School
- Hamilton, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job : 5896785

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Substitute

Job Categories: Student Services >
Social Worker

Job Title: Hamilton Middle School Substitute School Social Worker 5 days per week
-Approximate Timeframe
- December 14, 2026 - March 22, 2027

Job Description: Provide special education school social work services to students with IEPs, provide social-emotional support to students at Hamilton Middle School, prepare for and attend IEP meetings, participate in data collection, observations, and evaluations related to special education. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust intervention strategies. Prepare required documentation on student progress. Communicate with and participate in parent meetings as needed.

Essential functions are the core responsibilities required to perform this role. These duties ensure students receive appropriate support for academic, emotional, and behavioral success. The School Social Worker is also responsible for other duties as assigned to meet the evolving needs of the district.

• Provide individual and group interventions for students addressing emotional, behavioral, and social needs.
• Assist with the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans.
• Deliver crisis intervention and support during emergencies.
• Support students through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).

• Conduct social-emotional assessments for special education eligibility under IDEA and Section 504.
• Prepare comprehensive written reports, documenting findings and recommendations.
• Contribute to IEP and 504 plan development, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.

• Serve as a member of IEP and other student support teams.
• Consult with teachers and administrators to enhance classroom and school-wide supports.
• Provide staff training on trauma-informed practices, mental health, and social-emotional learning.
• Collaborate with community agencies to coordinate student and family services.

• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to strengthen school-home connections.
• Connect families with community-based resources for mental health and other needs that might be impacting student success at school.
• Promote family engagement and participation in the educational process.

• Maintain accurate and timely records as required by law and district policy.
• Adhere to ethical standards of the social work profession.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to remain current in school social work practices.
• Support district initiatives related to equity, inclusion, and student well-being.

• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, supervisor, administrators, and school community members.
• Promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities/training when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Child and adolescent development, mental health, and family systems.
• State and federal regulations related to special education, IDEA, and Section 504.
• Evidence-based interventions for social-emotional and behavioral needs.
• Crisis response and trauma-informed care.

• Strong counseling and case management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to facilitate team collaboration and problem-solving.
• Proficiency with technology for documentation and communication.

• Ability to establish positive, supportive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations.
• Commitment to equity and…