Substitute School Social Worker

Position:
Substitute School Social Worker


Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensed Master’s Social Worker with full or temporary School Social Work approval by State of Michigan
• Prior experience in the development of functional assessments and behavior intervention plans to facilitate successful learning
• Strong knowledge of community resources which may be used by individuals with developmental challenges
• Demonstrate the capacity to identify barriers to student growth and the ability to analyze complex situations in order to achieve effective outcomes for students
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, individuals receiving services, families, other agencies, and the general public
• Employment experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
• Proficient in writing reports and maintaining records

Essential Functions:

• Conducts Functional Assessments that incorporate multiple data/information sources, including formal/informal observation of behaviors that interfere with learning
• Develops Behavior Support Plans that are built upon the concepts of positive behavioral supports and utilizes ethical, proactive, person centered approaches in order to modify or resolve behavior
• Develops methods of tracking effectiveness of behavior support plans through the analysis of behavioral data and makes changes to the plan as necessary
• Provides the necessary training and modeling to enable classroom staff to effectively implement behavior support plans and instructional strategies in order to reduce or eliminate undesirable behaviors
• Promotes student self-advocacy and independence by encouraging each individual to identify his/her needs and preferences
• Provides timely and accurate documentation, in compliance with policies, procedures and regulations
• Serve as a member of the building Crisis Team
• Other duties as assigned

Reports To:
Building Principal and Executive Director of Student Support Services

Starting Date:
February 16, 2026

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.