What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Social Worker/Psychologist/Counselor-31n grant funded position at Michigan Association of School Boards?
Deadline: May 31, 2026
District/Organization: St. Clair County RESA
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $65,000-$73,000
Position Details
Social Worker/ Psychologist/ Counselor
31n Grant Funded
POSITION SUMMARY:
This person will be a SCCRESA employee, for the duration of the 31n grant, who will be working in and with identified local school districts in St. Clair County. The focus of the position will be to complete behavioral assessments, develop student treatment plans, provide non-academic counseling services, assess the need for additional counseling, crisis intervention, and client-centered student-guided services with families when appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Master Degree Social Work, Master’s level Psychologist, Master’s level professional
- Licensed by the State of Michigan
- Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license Experience with Positive Behavior Supports, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and Dual Diagnosis preferred
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Be responsible for identifying and developing resources within and outside the school- system and matching them with the needs of the students, school, and organization.
- Be responsible for intake processes conducting evaluations and development of treatment
Service plans.
- Be responsible for parent/agency contact and have the ability to develop positive
communication and relationships.
- Have the necessary skills to provide appropriate direct and indirect treatment services to
individuals, groups, families, and the school community.
- Be a participant in the development, monitoring, and implementation of student support
plans.
- Assist with students in crisis.
- Provide education on issues of mental health to person served/families/support system
- Assess the need for additional counseling and make referrals as appropriate.
- Serve in the capacity of a protection and advocacy position for the students, parents and
staff.
- Be responsible to provide education and in-service training when requested for students,
parents and staff in the areas of mental health and human behavior.
- Work cooperatively and creatively with the staff and community-at-large.
- Assist with student management activities
- Maintain all required documentation in addition to, records related to Medicaid.
- Other duties deemed appropriate by the St. Clair County RESA
- Must have consistent attendance
THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employment Date: Pending Board approval and successful completion of employee entrance physical, drug screening, and background checks.
Work Schedule: School year
Salary Range: $65,000-$73,000
Fringes: Full Benefit Package
Work Day: Standard instructional staff hours (approximately): 8 am – 3:20 pm.
10-month period, approximately 190 work days
PROCEDURE:
Complete the on-line application at www.sccresa.org with cover letter and resume
until the position is filled.
About St. Clair County RESA
St. Clair County RESA is one of 56 intermediate school districts in Michigan. We are dedicated to providing cost-effective, high-quality services to the county’s students and the seven public school districts that educate them. RESA is committed to enhancing educational opportunities for all children. We offer programs and services that promote collaboration and cost savings among local school districts and community partners.
We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment where every team member plays a crucial role in our success.
Our Mission: Partnering to educate, inform, inspire, and serve our communities
Our Vision: Educational excellence for all
Our Core Principles
Excellence: We ensure all students flourish through an engaging education that honors their voices.
Inclusivity: We value people for who they are, celebrate our diversity, and embrace the contributions of all students, families, and staff
Integrity: We practice our mission and vision by acting ethically, honestly, and respectfully
Collaboration: We engage in internal and external partnerships to promote creativity and forward-thinking
Stewardship: We leverage human, fiscal, and material resources for the sustainability of our community
We are an equal-opportunity employer
The St. Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency Board of Education complies with all federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all requirements and regulations of the United States Department of Education and the Michigan State Department of Education.
It is the policy of the RESA Board of Education that no person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, height, weight, age, marital or family status, or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participating in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program, employment practice, or activity for which it is responsible, or for which it receives financial assistance from the United State Department of Education or the Michigan State Department of Education.
All new hires are subject to an employment entrance drug and alcohol testing and a fingerprinting/background check with law enforcement agencies.
E-mail: sygit.nikki@sccresa.org
Salary : $65,000 - $73,000