School Social Worker (SSW)

Department: School Staffing Division

Reports to: SPED Program Manager

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Pay Grade: Hourly

Summary of Position

At MJ Care, our mission is simple: support students so they can fully access their education and thrive in the school environment. As a school-based Social Worker, you’ll play an active, hands-on role in supporting students throughout their school day. You’ll provide direct services aligned with students’ IEPs, behavioral support plans, or other individualized support plans, while working closely with teachers, administrators, families, and fellow service providers to support students’ emotional well-being, social development, behavioral success, and overall access to learning.

This role is embedded within the rhythm of a school—balancing direct student interaction, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and consistent documentation to support student progress and compliance. You’ll participate in team meetings, contribute to planning and progress discussions, and adapt your approach based on individual student needs and the evolving priorities of the school environment. The goal is to support students’ social-emotional functioning, behavioral regulation, coping skills, and school participation so they can more fully engage in their educational environment.

At MJ Care, you’re not stepping into this work alone. You’ll be supported by a team that understands school-based services, values clear communication, and prioritizes doing right by both clinicians and the students they serve. We focus on building strong relationships—with our associates and our school partners—so you can focus on what matters most: making a meaningful impact in students’ day-to-day lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide services to students in alignment with IEPs, behavioral plans, and other support plans
• Support social-emotional skills, behavioral regulation, coping strategies, and conflict resolution
• Provide individual, small group, and classroom-based support services as appropriate
• Work with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to support student success
• Participate in and contribute to IEP meetings, team meetings, and progress discussions
• Act as a liaison connecting families with support resources, food, housing, and social services
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant service documentation and records
• Support behavior intervention strategies, crisis response, and student support planning
• Manage caseload responsibilities, including scheduling and service tracking
• Communicate effectively with school staff and, when appropriate, families
• Support a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment
• Adapt to changes in student needs, schedules, and school priorities throughout the year

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
• Current Wisconsin DPI School Social Worker license, including one of the following:
• Tier I 1-Year License with Stipulations
• Tier II Provisional License
• Tier III Lifetime License
• Maintenance of all licenses and certifications in good standing throughout employment
• Ability to meet all district and state onboarding requirements, including background checks

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a school-based or pediatric setting is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with IEPs, evaluations, service documentation, and progress monitoring preferred
• Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams
• New graduates are encouraged to apply!

Required Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with students, staff, and families
• Organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly with scheduling and documentation
• Ability to manage a caseload and adapt to changing priorities in a school environment
• Comfort with basic technology for documentation, communication, and service tracking
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to respond to student needs in real time

Additional Requirements

• Ability to comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, including FERPA and HIPAA
• Reliable transportation, if travel between school sites is required
• Ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation