Social Worker | Lowell, Michigan

Make a meaningful impact supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth in a rewarding contract position onsite near Lowell, MI. In this role, you’ll provide professional school social work services across two elementary schools and a preschool classroom, working closely with a caseload of approximately 40 students. Operating within a supportive educational environment, you’ll have the opportunity to foster positive change for children and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to student success.

Key Qualifications:

• Current approval from the Michigan Department of Education as a School Social Worker
• Previous experience providing social work services in school settings is highly desirable
• Strong communication, advocacy, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to develop and implement intervention strategies to meet students’ academic, emotional, and behavioral needs
• Comfort working onsite and engaging with students, staff, and families

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct individual and group social work services to students in elementary and preschool classrooms
• Assess student needs, develop goals, and design interventions to promote their academic and personal development
• Collaborate with teachers, special education teams, families, and outside agencies to ensure a comprehensive approach to student support
• Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings, contribute to IEPs, and provide crisis intervention as needed
• Maintain accurate case notes and documentation in compliance with school and state standards

This is a full-time contract role, 37.5 hours per week, aligned with the school academic calendar from late August 2026 through mid-May 2027. If you are passionate about making an immediate difference in students’ lives and ready to bring your expertise in school social work to a dynamic school community, we encourage you to apply today. Take the next step in your career and help students thrive—submit your resume now!