School Social Worker

Location: Flint, MI (Candidates in Flint, Grand Blanc, Lansing & Detroit encouraged to apply)

School Year: 2026–2027
Assignment Dates: ASAP – June 11, 2027
Schedule: 35 Hours Per Week
Caseload: K–12
Work Setting: Onsite – Candidates must be comfortable working onsite.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) Social Worker/Counselor to support students across K–12 grade levels in the Flint, Michigan community.

The ideal candidate will have experience providing school-based social work or counseling services, collaborating with educators, supporting student success, and implementing research-based interventions.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping students and families overcome barriers to academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or Counseling from an accredited college or university.
• Current Michigan LARA professional license:
  • LMSW or LPC preferred.
  • Limited License (LLMSW or LLPC) will be considered with the expectation of obtaining full licensure.
• Michigan Department of Education (MDE) School Social Worker Approval, as applicable to the position.
• Previous school-based social work or counseling experience preferred.
• Experience working with collaborative teams and multidisciplinary professionals preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work onsite and support students across K–12 grade levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist school staff in determining appropriate data collection methods, evaluating student data, and recommending interventions or modifications to building teams and administrators.
• Design and implement tiered interventions to support student academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs.
• Consult with general and special education teachers regarding student interventions and support strategies.
• Provide case management for students and families requiring multiple services.
• Participate in student support team meetings, MTSS meetings, and parent conferences.
• Manage student data, maintain accurate records, and track intervention progress.
• Provide staff with research-based, data-driven intervention strategies.
• Meet with the MTSS Supervisor to provide reports and student progress updates.
• Assist parents and families in actively participating in their children's educational process.
• Utilize appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Provide individual and group intervention services to identified students.
• Follow district policies and procedures across all assigned buildings.
• Maintain written logs of student encounters and complete all required documentation.
• Coordinate services and resources for individual students and families.

Required Documents – Before Submission

Candidates must be contacted and the following documents collected and verified before being submitted for consideration:

1. Current Michigan LARA professional license (LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, or LLPC).
2. Michigan Department of Education (MDE) School Social Worker Approval.
3. Official University Transcripts confirming the required graduate degree.

Please ensure candidates are aware of the onsite requirement, assignment schedule, and licensing expectations before submission.

Interested in This Opportunity?

If you are a passionate School Social Worker or Counselor looking to make a difference in students' lives during the 2026–2027 school year, we would love to hear from you!