Social Worker in Oxford, MI

Make a meaningful impact with students as a Mental Health Specialist for the 2025/26 school year. Through this contract opportunity, you’ll work directly with general education students, providing vital social-emotional support in either an elementary or high school setting. Collaborate with staff to implement positive behavior programs and contribute to a supportive environment through professional development initiatives as needed.

Your expertise shapes the next generation and enhances well-being across the school community. If you’re an adaptable, compassionate professional ready to jump into a dynamic role and support students’ mental health and resilience, this opportunity is made for you.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required (no exceptions; master’s is essential).
• Active LARA License through the state of Michigan.
• One of the following credentials:
  • Licensed master’s level social worker or school social worker (LMSW).
  • Limited licensed master’s level social worker under supervision.
  • Licensed or limited licensed master’s level psychologist.
  • Licensed master’s level marriage and family therapist.
  • Licensed/provisional master’s level professional counselor or school counselor, with appropriate supervision and/or credentials (see details above).
  • Michigan teaching certificate with School Counselor endorsement or preliminary/temporary school counselor credentials, with commitment to licensure within 24 months if applicable.
• Experience working in school settings and with children/adolescents is highly valued.
• Familiarity with social-emotional learning, counseling, and behavior support strategies.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group social-emotional support to students.
• Support classroom teachers and staff with behavior programs and interventions.
• Participate in and conduct professional learning sessions.
• Contribute to an inclusive and caring environment across school buildings.

If you’re ready for a rewarding position where your skills have immediate impact and quick interview turnaround, apply now to seize this exciting contract role supporting students in Lapeer County. You could help set the standard for student support in the upcoming school year!