A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
Social Worker Loranger Memorial School, grades 3-8 2026-27 School Year, FTE 1.0 Located a ½ mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, Loranger Memorial School is a 340 student, grades 3-8 school seeking a Social Worker to join our Team. The Social Worker acts as a Student Services Provider, Community Outreach Coordinator, and an IEP/504 Team Member. The successful candidate should possess the following:
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Citizenship, residency or work visa Maine Department of Education CHRC (Criminal History Record Check) https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting Hold valid Maine clinical license (LCSW)
QUALIFICATIONS / JOB SUMMARY
Conduct mental health screenings and crisis management support Assist team members with making community connections Consult with team members to provide integrated programming Participate in the development of student goals, to include progress monitoring Provide direct counseling services in social/emotional learning, group and/or individual Experience working with students with a variety of disabilities Develop and deliver professional development training(s) for the district, school, and/or teams Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and share best practices Excellent communication with parents, teachers, administrators, community leaders and other stakeholders to promote and support student success Demonstrated ability of understanding and supporting the academic, social, and emotional needs of students Interest in participating in the school community outside of the classroom Exemplary time management and organizational skills
SALARY RANGE
$47,380 - 90,640 Starting placement within the Collective Bargaining Agreement step scale is determined by prior credited experience and education level.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
RSU 23 is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Posted until filled
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Apply Online:
https://www.applitrack.com/rsu23/onlineapp/default.aspx Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview Contact Cynthia Potenza, HR Manager if you have any questions regarding the online application process at 207-934-5751 x1925
Hiring Manager:
Heidi Butler, Special Education Director, 207-934-5751 x1913
Pay:
$47,380.00 - $90,640.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
