The Greenspire School is hiring a part-time Middle School Social Worker or Counselor.
Summary
Under the direction of the Principal, the School Social Worker will promote the academic success, emotional well-being, and social development of middle school students. The Social Worker will provide direct services, early interventions, and crisis support, while serving as a bridge between home, school, and community resources to meet students' social and emotional needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group support focused on emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and social skill development
- Conduct assessments to identify barriers to student learning and well-being
- Develop and implement student support and intervention plans in collaboration with staff and families
- Connect students and families to community-based resources for mental health, housing, food, medical, and other needs
- Support crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning
- Consult with teachers, staff, and administration to promote trauma-informed and restorative practices
- Assist with the delivery of schoolwide social-emotional learning (SEL) initiatives and prevention programs
- Help students and families navigate transitions, attendance issues, and behavioral concerns
- Maintain accurate records and comply with confidentiality, FERPA, and professional standards
- Provide professional development to staff on student mental health topics when appropriate
- Participate in evaluation and continuous improvement of school mental health programming
Qualifications
Required:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work
- Valid Michigan licensure as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Limited License Master Social Worker (LLMSW)
- Meet Michigan Department of Education requirements for school social work certification
Preferred:
- Experience working with middle school-aged students
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care, restorative practices, and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS)
- Strong collaboration skills with families, teachers, and community partners
Work Details
Location: The Greenspire School (Middle School Campus)
Schedule: 24 hours per week; follows a 10-month, teacher calendar
Salary: $26,000–$29,000 annually (prorated based on FTE); not benefits eligible
Start Date: August 18, 2025
For more information on Greenspire School, please visit our website at https://greenspireschool.org/.
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