Social Worker

Social Worker Mooresville Graded School District Mooresville High School - Mooresville, North Carolina Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Mooresville Graded School District , and

North Carolina School Jobs Job Details Job ID:

5719563

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

Jul 27, 2026

Job Description Purpose of Position & Description:

The school social worker, under moderate supervision, performs intermediate-level work with limited decision-making discretion promoting student success, providing preventive services, and responding to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive school social work program that addresses academic social development and promotes graduation for all students.

Employee performs:

School-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal and programming needs under the direction of the Office of Student Services.

Qualifications:

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.

Education :

Minimum Bachelors Degree or Master's Degree in Social Work -

BSW or MSW License :

State License in

Social Work Salary/Status:

Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months

Reports To:

Principal and Chief Student Services Officer Place of Work:

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Mooresville Graded Schools.

Essential Functions:

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures Assess student and family challenges and create work plans to support identified needs Utilize data to identify at risk students, recognize school trends and drive programmatic decision making Monitor effectiveness of interventions on student outcomes Contribute to identifying and intervening in student attendance concerns Directly work with at - risk students to support their graduation and post graduation plans of employed, enlisted and/or enrolled Collaborate with other support team members and school personnel to serve students from a multi-tiered perspective Recognize and focus on student strengths and utilizes them to develop and enhance leadership qualities in students Support students with suspected or confirmed mental health challenges by coordinating appropriate services with internal and external resources Demonstrate leadership by providing services that contribute to a positive school climate, advocating for positive changes in school policies and practices and being a model for ethical professional practice Facilitate relevant internal and external partnerships that support the school and district's mission Provide professional development experiences to help staff better understand challenges students face that may interfere with academic success Enhance the professional capacity of school personnel through consultation and support Complete social/developmental histories for students being evaluated for Exceptional Children's Services Encourage parent engagement and explore ways to provide outreach to families and the surrounding school community Provide responsive crisis support services at the individual, school and district level when needed Document services provided via the required electronic system and reflect on practice to make necessary adjustments Attend required professional development opportunities as directed Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

In-depth knowledge of child development for students Knowledge of the impact of mental health challenges, homelessness, poverty and medical problems on student achievement Thorough knowledge of evidence-based strategies Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional areas Strong oral and written communication skills Strong organizational skills and strong attention to details Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problems Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions Ability to utilize educational data for decision-making Ability to recommend appropriate strategies for developmental needs Ability to coordinate and facilitate professional development Ability to perform duties with an awareness of and adherence to all district requirements, policies and procedures Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, multitask, work independently and meet deadlines Ability to set standards and measure production Ability to develop, plan and implement short and long range plans Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization Ability to perceive the impact and implications of decisions Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional areas Special Requirements Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work Ability to move to other work locations Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and use of advanced technology Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic) Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Dr. Sandy Albert ,

Chief StuStudent Services Officer Student Services Phone:

704-658-2613

Email:

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