School Social Worker Jobs in Michigan
School Social Worker jobs in Michigan are in strong demand, concentrated in K-12 public school districts, community mental health agencies, and special education programs, with openings at every level from entry-level school social work interns through senior district-wide coordinators. The busiest hiring markets are Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where established employers such as Detroit Public Schools Community District, Grand Rapids Public Schools, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services maintain consistent openings. The most sought-after specialties in Michigan are trauma-informed intervention, special education compliance, and early childhood social-emotional support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Located in Mt. Clemens, MI, Prevail Academy opened in 2004 and serves students K-8. At Prevail, you can connect passion with purpose.
To learn more about Prevail Academy click here .
Why Choose Prevail Academy:
- Starting pay above market scales.
- Supported by an experienced leadership team.
- Comprehensive support including athletics, after school clubs, and e-sports.
- Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.
- Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
- Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
- Positive workplace culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide group and individual counseling sessions and classroom support to special education students as mandated per student IEPs, as well as progress monitor IEP goals associated with mandated services and participate in student IEP meetings.
- Provide group and individual counseling sessions to general education students, as well as monitor the students’ responses to the interventions identified.
- Develop and monitor student responses to behavior intervention plans, including providing support and consultation to general and special education teachers.
- Complete psychosocial assessments to assist in the determination of special education services.
- Conduct functional behavior assessments and communicate the results to all team members in parent-friendly language
- Complete risk assessments on students referred for school social work services.
- Establish relationships with both students and parents and participate in all aspects of school planning.
- Assist in identifying needed community resources for students and make appropriate referrals to resources to facilitate educational and behavioral interventions recommended for student success
- Provide staff consultation on behavioral-emotional-environmental issues affecting student participation in the learning process and collaborate with school staff and other school system personnel in implementing strategies to promote student learning.
- Provide crisis intervention services.
- Maintain state-required clinical records and submit appropriate documents for statistical reports with adherence to program standards in school social work.
Qualifications:
- Qualified candidates must hold valid licensure for the state they are working in.
- Michigan:
- MSW degree and
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) and
- School Social Work Full Approval and/or Provisional/Professional School Social Worker Certificate issued in the Michigan Online Educator Certification System (MOECS)
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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.
School Information:
Located in Mt. Clemens, MI, Prevail Academy opened in 2004 and serves students K-8. At Prevail, you can connect passion with purpose.
To learn more about Prevail Academy click here .
Why Choose Prevail Academy:
- Starting pay above market scales.
- Supported by an experienced leadership team.
- Comprehensive support including athletics, after school clubs, and e-sports.
- Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.
- Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
- Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
- Positive workplace culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide group and individual counseling sessions and classroom support to special education students as mandated per student IEPs, as well as progress monitor IEP goals associated with mandated services and participate in student IEP meetings.
- Provide group and individual counseling sessions to general education students, as well as monitor the students’ responses to the interventions identified.
- Develop and monitor student responses to behavior intervention plans, including providing support and consultation to general and special education teachers.
- Complete psychosocial assessments to assist in the determination of special education services.
- Conduct functional behavior assessments and communicate the results to all team members in parent-friendly language
- Complete risk assessments on students referred for school social work services.
- Establish relationships with both students and parents and participate in all aspects of school planning.
- Assist in identifying needed community resources for students and make appropriate referrals to resources to facilitate educational and behavioral interventions recommended for student success
- Provide staff consultation on behavioral-emotional-environmental issues affecting student participation in the learning process and collaborate with school staff and other school system personnel in implementing strategies to promote student learning.
- Provide crisis intervention services.
- Maintain state-required clinical records and submit appropriate documents for statistical reports with adherence to program standards in school social work.
Qualifications:
- Qualified candidates must hold valid licensure for the state they are working in.
- Michigan:
- MSW degree and
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) and
- School Social Work Full Approval and/or Provisional/Professional School Social Worker Certificate issued in the Michigan Online Educator Certification System (MOECS)
Please click here to find out more about our core values.
National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.
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The qualifications that appear most often in school social worker jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan School Social Work license issued by the Michigan Department of Education
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program
- Michigan Social Work licensure at the LMSW or LLMSW level
- Experience providing individual and group counseling in a K-12 school setting
- Knowledge of IDEA regulations, IEP processes, and special education compliance
- Strong collaboration skills for working with teachers, administrators, and families
School Social Worker Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a school social worker in Michigan?
To become a school social worker in Michigan, you must earn a Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program and obtain a School Social Worker approval through the Michigan Department of Education. Most districts also require a state social work license at the LLMSW or LMSW level, issued by the Michigan Board of Social Work. Completing a supervised field placement in a Michigan school district during your graduate program is a practical requirement most employers expect before hiring.
Which companies hire school social workers in Michigan?
Employers hiring school social workers in Michigan right now include National Heritage Academies, Michigan Association of School Boards, and Global Psychological, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's large urban and suburban public school districts, community mental health boards, and regional educational service agencies are among the most consistent sources of openings across the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most school social worker jobs?
Flint, Detroit, and Genesee have the most school social worker openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of the size of its public school system and the density of community mental health organizations in the metro, while Grand Rapids and Lansing generate steady demand through their own large districts, regional educational service agencies, and state government employers headquartered there.
Are there remote school social worker jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. School social work is an inherently on-site role built around direct student contact, IEP meetings, and coordination with building staff, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of school social worker openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve administrative, supervisory, or consultation functions rather than direct student caseloads.
How can I get hired as a school social worker in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your MSW field placement within a Michigan public school district, which gives you supervised hours and direct exposure to the hiring pipeline. Large districts like Detroit Public Schools Community District and Grand Rapids Public Schools regularly bring on graduate interns who convert to staff roles. Holding your LLMSW provisional license and applying to educational service agency positions or substitute school social worker pools also opens doors before you have a full caseload history.
Where can I find and apply to school social worker jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to school social worker jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings from districts, agencies, and institutions across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials below and apply directly to each one.
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