Impactful School Social Worker: Student & Family Support

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job description pending Board approval on 4/23/2026

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the site principal or designee, the School Social Worker acts as a direct support provider to students identified asbeing in need of intervention support. The School Social Worker works closely with the school and community agencies to accessappropriate services in the community to support students. Theymonitorthe social, emotional, and academic needs of an identified group of students to provide proactive support and outreach.

The School Social Worker will conduct specialized groups for students, families, and community members. Performs other related duties as assigned that are consistent with the scope and intent of the position and support the operational needs of the school site and district.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of therole.)

• Provide individual and group counseling services based on student needs (e.g., grief, anger management, family change, crisis).
• Conduct initial and ongoing mental health assessments, including evaluating the severity and urgency of concerns.
• Deliver crisis intervention andfacilitaterestorative conferences.
• Support students in developing social-emotional skills, conflict resolution, and positive behavior strategies.
• Participate in re-entry meetings and provide targeted support following disciplinary actions.
• Provide case management for students requiring multiplesupports.
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions accordingly.
• Develop and implement short- and long-term intervention plans in collaboration with students and families.
• Refer students to appropriate internal or external services when needed.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents/guardians in support of student success.
• Support families in navigating school systems and accessing community resources.
• Help reduce family stressorsimpactingstudent learning and well-being.
• Partner with counselors, administrators, and staff to address student needs, including attendance and behavior trends.
• Provide consultation and strategies to staff to support student success in the classroom.
• Assistin developing and implementing behavior intervention strategies.
• Conduct mental health and needs assessments to inform appropriate interventions.
• Serve as a liaison between school, families, and community agencies (e.g., mental health, child welfare).
• Coordinate and connect students and families to community resources.
• Advocate forequitableaccess to services and improved systems of support.
• Provide training and consultation to staff on student mental health and behavior.
• Share relevant contextual factors (cultural, familial, socioeconomic) impactingstudent success.
• Support the development of school-wide systems that respond effectively to student needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned that are consistent with the scope and intent of the position and support the operational needs of the school site and district.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and methods of counseling and assessment of students with emotional, social, behavioral, and/or mental health needs
• Overall growth and development of children
• Evidence-based practices, areas of secondary curriculum, and mental health interventions
• Applicable treatment modalities and theory
• District organization, policies, and procedures
• Use of modern technology, office procedures and methods, computer equipment, and computer software necessary to perform required duties

Ability to:

• Provide crisis assessment and/or intervention
• Develop and coordinate programs
• Negotiate and resolve conflicts anddemonstratestrong interpersonal skills
• Deal effectively with parents, teachers, administrators, and students
• Maintain high standards of professionalism
• Organize and manage time effectively
• Work both collaboratively and independently
• Demonstrate leadership and organizational skills

EDUCATION AND LICENSE REQUIRED:

• AMaster’sdegree from an accredited university in Social Work (MSW).
• Pupil Personnel Services (PPS)…