Social Worker in Coldwater, MI

Make a difference supporting students and families in a school-based environment as a dedicated Social Worker. This onsite role is based near Coldwater, MI and spans the academic year from August 24, 2026, through June 4, 2027, offering a fulfilling 35-hour workweek on a contract basis. The district values collaboration and is flexible in accommodating your caseload preferences, which will be discussed further during your interview to ensure a great fit.

• Valid Social Worker license in Michigan
• Background working in school settings or with children and adolescents
• Strong knowledge of current best practices in school social work
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations, staff, and families
• Compassion, resourcefulness, and dedication to supporting educational success

• Provide direct social-emotional and behavioral support to students
• Conduct assessments, maintain detailed documentation, and develop intervention plans
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to meet student needs
• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary teams, and crisis intervention
• Serve as a resource for students and families, connecting them to appropriate community resources
• Promote a positive, inclusive school culture through both preventative and responsive services

• Supportive and flexible district approach to caseloads and scheduling
• Opportunity to build strong relationships and have a lasting impact on students lives
• Stable, full academic year contract with consistent hours
• Dynamic onsite environment every day brings new opportunities to engage and grow