School Social Worker

School Social Worker

A School Social Worker is a critical advocate for student well-being, serving as a bridge between students, families, schools, and communities. This role leverages deep expertise in systems and family-based theories to remove barriers to academic and emotional success. Through direct services, collaborative intervention, and ethical leadership, the social worker supports the development of inclusive systems of care. Their work empowers students and families while strengthening school environments that are safe, supportive, and responsive to diverse needs.

Responsibilities:

• Direct Student and Family Services
• Systems-Level Collaboration
• Professional Practice and Development

Minimum Qualifications (expected to have to enter job):
Bachelor's degree in social work, ND licensure in social work or ability to obtain prior to start date, Three years of experience in education, social work, or related field

Preferred Qualifications (desired but not expected to have to enter job):
Experience in mediating and resolving conflicts within educational or community settings.

This position reports to:
Director and/or the Assistant Director of Student Support Services. Internal and External Clientele and Purpose of Contact This position involves working as a team player with students, caregivers, outside agencies, and school staff. The position handles highly confidential and private data and must be sensitive to people and their needs. Problem Solving Work involves differing situations, requiring searching for solutions and identifying appropriate choices among a variety of defined options or within areas of learned things.

It is important to identify the problem and resolve it promptly and tactfully. Problem solving and creativity in this position requires the ability to learn, understand, and maintain a high level of emotional intelligence. Freedom to Act Decision(s) Position Makes and Decision(s) Referred to Higher Authority The incumbent conducts research, investigates, and reviews materials as needed to respond to day-to-day needs, answer questions, and respond varying risk level issues.

The incumbent takes the initiative to ensure completion of all tasks and will adjust priorities to accommodate competing workload demands. Maintaining confidentiality of information is a critical success factor.

All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via  Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach:
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume/CV
3) Three (3) Professional References
4) Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees. In addition, Teacher Applicants will need to attach:
Current teaching license. Job postings will be closed for applications at 5:00 pm Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting. Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsor ships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214.

Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office. For more information or questions please call  or email humancapital.nd.us. The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law.