Long Term Permanent Substitute School Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor Middle School

Long Term Permanent Substitute School Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor Middle School Burlington Public Schools Marshall Simonds Middle School - Burlington, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Burlington Public Schools - You Belong Here Job Details

Job ID:

5698172

Application Deadline:

Jun 12, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Aug 25, 2026 Job Description Long Term Permanent Substitute School Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor Middle School (to cover a leave of absence) 2026/2027

Reports To:

Director of Mental Health & School Principal/Administration

SUMMARY:

To provide direct clinical services and care coordination services to MSMS students with the aim of ensuring all students have equitable access to behavioral and mental health services within the educational setting. Work in collaboration with school-based and district-based staff to implement a comprehensive school-based mental health system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form; Use evidence-based mental health practices and data to most effectively guide increasing student growth and achievement using proactive and solution-focused approaches to meeting student needs. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community. Work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Burlington Public School policies. Work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner. Maintain appropriate confidential records. React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations (e.g. environmental changes, behavior/aggression, mental health crisis, etc.). Strong collaborative, counseling, advising, teaching, coaching, and leadership skills to support student programming and work in a team setting. Strong organizational skills to balance the responsibilities of a high demand position. Ability to plan and implement services and supports within multi-tiered systems of support based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below are preferential to the duties and responsibilities as listed in the job description, but may be waived at the discretion of the Superintendent of Schools. Masters Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling and the appropriate DESE license is required. Holding a license of a LCSW, LICSW, or LMHC is preferred. At least three years of professional experience in working with families, children, and community agencies is preferred. Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of community-based resources including but not limited to; MassHealth assistance/applications, emergency shelters, the Department of Transitional Assistance, RAFT applications, etc. Effective communication skills - including written and oral communication, and use of technology tools to facilitate collaboration among teachers. Excellent problem solver, communicator, and listener. Able to work collaboratively with others and to lead and to implement effective change. Able to maintain confidentiality. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with administration, students, peers and parents Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school and district staff. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students and parents. Ability to prioritize work assignments and complete work within time requirements. Ability to invest the time and meet expectations of the role including participation in training programs. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and School Committee policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and travel between work sites. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds for example equipment, supplies and books. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination is necessary. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with students, parents, and staff.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside, but at times may work in an outdoor environment that is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee but is in accordance with the terms of the contract for the position and is subject to change as the needs of the Burlington Public Schools and requirements of the job changes.

DATES:

august 25 through December 23, 2026

COMPENSATION:

$125 per day until the Counselor you are covering comes off the payroll. When the Counselor comes off the payroll you will be placed on degree and step in accordance with the Burlington Educators' Association Unit A contract. Burlington Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and school environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy status, age, genetic information, ethnic background, ancestry, disability, homelessness, immigration status or any category protected by state or federal law. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. ~ We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer ~

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required