Job Title: School Social Worker
Location: West Central Education District with placement at Melrose Elementary School
Reports To: Building Principal and WCED Director of Special Education or WCED Special Education Supervisor
Position Overview:
The School Social Worker supports students whose social, emotional, behavioral, or family needs interfere with their academic performance or well-being. They serve as a liaison among home, school, and community to promote the success and safety of students.
Essential Functions:
-Provides direct support and intervention services to students and families experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
-Collaborates with teachers, administrators, parents/guardians, and outside agencies to coordinate services that support student learning and well-being.
-Participates in child study teams, special education evaluations, and other multidisciplinary staffings.
-Supports crisis intervention efforts and provides consultation related to students’ mental health and safety needs.
-Maintains accurate and timely documentation of services, parent/guardian contact, and student progress.
-Participates in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) processes.
-Adheres to all due process and compliance requirements.
-Promotes positive public relations and communicates effectively with students, families, staff, and community partners.
-Follows all policies and regulations.
-Regular and prompt attendance is essential.
-Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
-Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of school social work.
-Knowledge of crisis intervention methods and community resources.
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, school staff, administrators, and outside agencies.
-Ability to demonstrate confidentiality, sound judgment, and cultural competence.
-Ability to manage a variety of responsibilities and respond flexibly to changing priorities.
-Skilled in verbal and written communication, including the ability to write clearly and concisely.
-Ability to use current technology and software to maintain documentation and communicate effectively.
Education & Experience:
-Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (Master’s preferred)
-Experience working with children, youth, and families in a school or community setting preferred
Salary Range: $45,702–$90,062 depending on education and experience
Licenses, Certifications, & Registrations:
-Licensed as a School Social Worker by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB)
-Licensed by the Minnesota Board of Social Work (LSW, LGSW, LISW, or LICSW)
-Valid Driver’s License
To Apply:
Internal Applicants: Email your interest to Erin Hoffman at ehoffman@wced6026.com<mailto:ehoffman@wced6026.com>.
External Applicants: Email the completed job application<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wced6026.org%2Fpages%2Fuploaded_files%2FWCED%2520Employment%2520Application.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7Ca327e871b9464439174308dd987c1c4e%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638834381182633407%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=fl%2FEiF4EpmHC%2FLslQI0bDbf1Pbxz4qtOfEzMYLWqqG4%3D&reserved=0>, letter of interest, and 2 letters of reference to Erin Hoffman, Executive Director at ehoffman@wced6026.com<mailto:ehoffman@wced6026.com>.
Job Title: School Social Worker
Location: West Central Education District with placement at Melrose Elementary School
Reports To: Building Principal and WCED Director of Special Education or WCED Special Education Supervisor
Position Overview:
The School Social Worker supports students whose social, emotional, behavioral, or family needs interfere with their academic performance or well-being. They serve as a liaison among home, school, and community to promote the success and safety of students.
Essential Functions:
-Provides direct support and intervention services to students and families experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
-Collaborates with teachers, administrators, parents/guardians, and outside agencies to coordinate services that support student learning and well-being.
-Participates in child study teams, special education evaluations, and other multidisciplinary staffings.
-Supports crisis intervention efforts and provides consultation related to students’ mental health and safety needs.
-Maintains accurate and timely documentation of services, parent/guardian contact, and student progress.
-Participates in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) processes.
-Adheres to all due process and compliance requirements.
-Promotes positive public relations and communicates effectively with students, families, staff, and community partners.
-Follows all policies and regulations.
-Regular and prompt attendance is essential.
-Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
-Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of school social work.
-Knowledge of crisis intervention methods and community resources.
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, school staff, administrators, and outside agencies.
-Ability to demonstrate confidentiality, sound judgment, and cultural competence.
-Ability to manage a variety of responsibilities and respond flexibly to changing priorities.
-Skilled in verbal and written communication, including the ability to write clearly and concisely.
-Ability to use current technology and software to maintain documentation and communicate effectively.
Education & Experience:
-Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (Master’s preferred)
-Experience working with children, youth, and families in a school or community setting preferred
Salary Range: $45,702–$90,062 depending on education and experience
Licenses, Certifications, & Registrations:
-Licensed as a School Social Worker by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB)
-Licensed by the Minnesota Board of Social Work (LSW, LGSW, LISW, or LICSW)
-Valid Driver’s License
To Apply:
Internal Applicants: Email your interest to Erin Hoffman at ehoffman@wced6026.com.
External Applicants: Email the completed job application, letter of interest, and 2 letters of reference to Erin Hoffman, Executive Director at ehoffman@wced6026.com.
