School Social Worker​/Student Support Counselor

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School Social Worker / Student Support Counselor

• Position Type:
  Licensed
  - General/ School Social Worker / Student Support Counselor
• Date Posted:
  9/2/2026
• Location:
  
  Student Services Department
• Date Available:
  
  09/16/2026
• Closing Date:
  09/15/2026

Percent Employed
: 100%
Months of Employment
: 10
Position Type
:
Continuing
Level of Benefits
: Full benefits
Pay Range
: State Salary Salary Schedule + [10.5% - 18% local supplement]
Position

Purpose:

The School Social Worker (SSW)/Student Support Counselor (SSC) promotes and enhances the overall academic mission by providing services that strengthen home, school, and community partnerships and address barriers to learning and achievement. The SSW or SSC significantly contributes to the development of a healthy, safe, and caring environment. Such an environment is achieved by advancing the understanding of the emotional and social development of children and the influences of family, community, and cultural differences on student success along with the implementation of effective intervention strategies.
Minimum Degree Level
: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work from a college or university accredited by the CSWE, OR a master's degree in school counseling; A valid NC School Social Work Educator's license, or the ability to earn one within 3 years of hire, OR a valid NC School Counselor License;
Or such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
Provisional Licensed Pathways: If you are offered a position with BCS, our licensure specialist can share information on the School Social Worker Provisional license.
Job Description:
School Social Worker / Student Support Counselor

Postings current as of 9/13/2026 12:31:47 AM CST.

• Substitutes are not considered permanent employees andshould not complete the internal application

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