School Social Worker

Deadline: October 31, 2026
District/Organization: Oakland Flex Tech
Position/Type: Other, full time

Oakland Flex Tech High School is seeking a
Full Time Social Worker.

Are you an educational dreamer, believing all students will be inspired learners in the right environment? Are you looking to transform yourself, the students you will serve, as well as the broader educational landscape? Do you want to join a passionate and collaborative faculty who continuously strive to make a better school?

Flex Tech High School was designed to be a new vision for educating the 21st Century teenager, one that puts wonder, creativity and initiative at the heart of the learning process and prepares students for today’s unpredictable and rapidly-changing world. What started out as a challenge to design a school that would re-engage disenfranchised learners has grown into a mission to reinvent the education paradigm that simply is behind the times.

Oakland Flex Tech High School is located in Farmington Hills, MI and serves the greater Metro-Detroit area. As a 9-12 high school, Flex Tech offers flexible scheduling to accommodate learning outside the walls of the school through internships, college dual enrollment and various community projects. Students find themselves challenged and inspired by the progressive, competency-based and project-based learning model that is at the core of our instructional program.

Oakland Flex Tech embraces the Small Schools Initiative, serving approximately 200 students who work closely with a teacher-advisor to monitor their progress and to tailor their school experience to meet their individual needs and interests.

Students come to Oakland Flex Tech High School looking for a more relevant high school experience. They seek a small, personal environment where they feel supported and encouraged to pursue their interests. The school has an open campus that operates under a seat time waiver, so student schedules are markedly different from a typical high school and there is an emphasis on using technology to support our methodology.

Staff at Oakland Flex Tech High School are part of a learning community participating in year-long professional development designed to support and develop teachers through a process of reflection and practice. Through a dynamic and supportive environment, all staff are encouraged to bring new ideas and participate in problem solving protocols. Oakland Flex Tech provides opportunity for leadership in many ways and strives to support all staff in becoming experts, contributing members of our learning community.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Social Worker to join our team. The School Social Worker will provide comprehensive social work services to students, families, and staff in a school setting. They will work collaboratively with school personnel to identify and address social, emotional, and behavioral issues that impact student success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social work, a deep understanding of child development, and a passion for supporting the social, emotional, and academic success of students.

• Provide direct services to students, such as counseling, crisis intervention, and group work
• Conduct assessments and develop intervention plans for students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs
• Collaborate with school personnel to develop and implement programs that promote a positive school climate and student success
• Consult with teachers, parents, and community agencies to address student needs and concerns
• Provide support and education to families on a variety of issues, including parenting skills, communication, and community resources
• Monitor and maintain accurate and timely records of services provided and student progress
• Participate in school-based teams and committees to address student needs and promote school-wide initiatives
• Stay current on best practices and trends in school social work and related fields
• Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all students
• Maintaining effective communication with students, parents, and school staff
• Regular and predictable attendance

• Establishing routines and procedures
• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment
• Create and implement assessment and intervention plans
• Participate in continuous professional development
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Cultural awareness and empathy towards students and families
• Critical thinking