School Social Worker​/Student and Family Support Specialist; Keystone Schools

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Openings as of 11/13/2026

School Social Worker/ Student and Family Support Specialist (Keystone Schools)

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ Social Worker
• Date Posted:
  11/5/2026
• Location:
  
  Keystone Local Schools
• Date Available:
  
  Immediately
• Closing Date:
  11/19/2026

Qualifications

Masters in Social Work (MSW) and a valid Ohio LSW, LISW or LISW-S
ODE Pupil Services Social Work Registration License OR
ODE Professional Pupil Services License required prior to start date
Social Work experience in an educational setting preferred
Salary

Salary based on experience and qualifications.

• This is a full‑time position(follows the Keystone school calendar)
• Some flexibility may be required, such as evenings and weekends

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Student and Family Support

• Identify and assist students and families experiencing challenges related to food
  insecurity, housing instability, financial hardship, transportation, clothing, and other basic
  needs.
• Recognize indicators that a student or family may be experiencing homelessness:
  including sharing housing with others due to loss of housing, or living in a shelter, motel,
  vehicle, or place not meant for sleeping, and promptly refer them to the district
  McKinney‑Vento liaison. Assist the liaison with outreach, resource connections, and
  follow‑up as appropriate.
• Connect families with appropriate school and community resources, including assistance
  with applications, referrals, and follow‑up.
• Provide support during family crises and transitions, coordinating with appropriate school
  personnel and community agencies.
• Conduct family outreach and participate in approved home visits when appropriate.

2. Community Partnerships and Resource Coordination

• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, agencies, businesses,
  and other partners to expand support for students and families.
• Coordinate assistance programs such as weekend food support, clothing and spiritwear
  drives, holiday giving, and school supply initiatives.
• Collaborate with the PTA, school staff, and community partners to identify resources and
  respond to emerging needs.
• Maintain an accessible directory of community resources and referral information.

3. Student Engagement and Attendance Support

• Collaborate with school personnel and families to identify barriers affecting attendance,
  engagement, and academic success.
• Assist with family outreach and support plans for students experiencing attendance or
  other school‑related challenges.
• Help students and families navigate school processes and transitions, including
  welcoming newly enrolled students.

4. Collaboration and Family Engagement

• Develop positive, trusting relationships with students, families, staff, and community
  partners.
• Collaborate with school counselors, social workers, administrators, school psychologists,
  behavior specialists, the district McKinney‑Vento liaison and foster care point of contact,
  and other personnel to coordinate student and family support.
• Participate in student support teams and assist in establishing clear referral and
  communication procedures.
• Promote meaningful family engagement through proactive outreach, effective
  communication, and a supportive, nonjudgmental approach.

5. Program Coordination and Organization

• Develop and maintain efficient systems for receiving referrals, coordinating resources,
  and following up with families.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of services and family contacts.
• Identify trends in student and family needs and recommend programs or partnerships to
  address gaps in services.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of student and family support initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Any questions, contact:
Cathy Papp, Director of Wellness and Prevention
Educational Service Center of Lorain County
1885 Lake Ave., Elyria,OH 44035
Email: papp
Phone:  ext 1134
Final date to receive applications:
November 19, 2026