Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, active Social Worker license and minimum 1+ years School Social Work experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
An opportunity is available for a School Social Worker to provide essential support services within a K-12 educational setting in Detroit, MI. This position is a medical leave contract lasting approximately 12 weeks, from January 5, 2026, to April 3, 2026. The role involves working closely with students in self-contained Level III classrooms, primarily supporting those eligible under Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Cognitive Impairment (CI) criteria.
Responsibilities include:
- Delivering comprehensive social work services tailored to a caseload of about 32 students.
- Collaborating with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to address students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
- Conducting assessments and developing individualized intervention plans.
- Providing crisis intervention and advocacy to support student well-being and academic success.
- Monitoring progress and adjusting strategies to maximize positive outcomes.
- Participating in meetings and maintaining thorough documentation as required by school policies.
Desired qualifications:
- Experience working as a Social Worker within school settings.
- Familiarity with K-12 educational environments and self-contained classrooms.
- Knowledge of ASD and CI student populations and their specific challenges.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, families, and staff.
- Ability to manage a caseload efficiently while maintaining attention to individual student needs.
- Licensure or certification as a School Social Worker in the state of Michigan is preferred.
Location: Detroit, MI within a public K-12 setting.
This temporary role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' academic journeys and emotional development during a critical leave period. Candidates with the outlined experience and skills are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this position.
If you have the expertise to support students in this specialized setting, submit your application to be considered for this rewarding contract assignment.
