School Social Worker - Start Immediately

We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic School Social Worker to join our growing team at Phalen Leadership Academies in Detroit, MI.
Growing your career as a Full Time School Social Worker is an amazing opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in problem-solving, presentation and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of School Social Worker at Phalen Leadership Academies today!

School Social Worker

 

Do you believe that every scholar deserves a high-quality education? 

Are you passionate about making a difference and teaching in underserved communities? 

Phalen Leadership Academies is currently looking for dedicated educators like YOU!!! 

We are currently accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year!  

APPLY NOW!!!

What You Will Do:

• The licensed School Social Worker (SSW) will provide comprehensive social work services to students by addressing barriers that prevent students from receiving the full benefit of their educational experience. SSW will identify students experiencing social, emotional, and or behavioral problems that interfere with school performance, and has the overall goal of serving as the link between school, home, and community stakeholders. 

Essential Job Tasks:

• Review student records to identify previous barriers and/or interventions to determine environmental impacts and appropriate resources 
• Provide individual and group counseling in response to a school-wide crisis
• Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies and other resources to meet student needs
• Help families gain a better understanding of school programs, policies, and services  Assist teachers and parents in developing and implementing behavior management plans to improve problem behaviors
• Communicates with staff, administration, and parents concerning students’ social, emotional, and behavioral progress 
• Assist students in improving their academic, personal and social functioning
• Understands the roles and functions of a School Social Worker 
• Conduct home visits as a method to access the family and to conduct interview

Education and Experience:

• Minimum Master’s degree in Social Work
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred
• Willingness to align your mission with the vision of JRLA's Core Values

 

Location: Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, Detroit MI

 

Why should you apply?

• Competitive Salaries
• Paid Development Opportunities
• Retention Bonuses
• Mental Health Days
• Monthly Mental & Physical Wellness Events & Initiatives
• JRLA fringe benefits (birthday gifts, team building events, SWAG, unique experiences)
• Stable, veteran leadership team, comprised of former teachers

 

Who We Are:

JRLA is intentional about creating an environment centered on our school's values. Our core values are Family, Respect, Excellence, and Determination. Staff & scholars are recognized and rewarded for living our values. All school goals are aligned to the values, and our all-school annual events are aligned to our school's values. Our stakeholders and visitors all love the emphasis of the value of Family within our building. Finally, we are intentional about supporting our scholar and staff's social, emotional and mental wellbeing! We host monthly events focused on improving our collective mental health and wellness.

 

PLA is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify in all states that require it.

 

Please read carefully.

Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

Benefits of working as a School Social Worker in Detroit, MI:

● Learning opportunities
● Opportunities to grow
● Advantageous package