Elementary - District Social Worker Job Fenton area,Michigan USA,Social Work

LAKE FENTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS – EMPLOYMENT VACANCY LAKE FENTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Learning For Continuous Success VACANCY --An Equal Opportunity Employer—

JOB TITLE:

Elementary - District Social Worker

LOCATION:

West Shore Elementary School

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required:

DEGREE

REQUIRED:

MSW from an accredited university
LMSW or LLMSW
MDE School Social Work Certificate and/or Full School Social Work Approval – Preferred

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the individual needs of elementary students and their families through a student-focused, relationship-driven approach.
Exhibits effective interpersonal communication, teamwork, organizational abilities, strategic planning, and time management skills.
Possesses a strong understanding of child development, social-emotional learning, positive behavior interventions, student mental health, trauma-informed approaches, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
Applies research-supported strategies and student performance data to recognize areas of need, design appropriate interventions, measure student growth, and make informed adjustments.
Upholds high standards of professionalism, ethical conduct, and confidentiality while demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional growth and the implementation of current, effective school social work practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Delivers individual, small-group, classroom, and crisis support to improve student social-emotional wellness, attendance, and behavior.
Collaborates with colleagues and the building Student Success Coordinator to provide Tier 1–3 interventions through MTSS, analyzing student data to adjust supports, conduct FBAs, and implement BIPs across general and special education.
Conducts comprehensive assessments for MET initial evaluations and reevaluations.
Collaborates with IEP teams to establish measurable goals, provide direct/consultative social work services, and track student progress.
Connects families with school and community resources to enhance home-school communication, attendance, and mental health support.
Maintains confidential student records in compliance with federal/state laws, MARSE regulations, and district procedures.

AVAILABLE TO BEGIN:

Immediately

SCHEDULE:

Per the LFEA Master Agreement

SALARY:

Per the LFEA Master Agreement

Final date to receive applications:

November 10, 2026