Social Worker | Lapeer, Michigan

A fulfilling opportunity is available for a Mental Health Specialist for the 2025-2026 school year, supporting students within a vibrant Michigan school district. This contract position focuses on providing essential social-emotional support to general education students through both individual and group interventions. Opportunities exist to work directly with two elementary schools or a high school, according to your interests and strengths.

As a key mental health resource, you will also collaborate with educators, assist in implementing positive behavior programs, and support professional learning across school communities. Bring your expertise to help shape positive outcomes for students, making a daily impact within an educational setting that values mental wellness.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree (required—candidates without a master’s will not be considered)
• Current LARA license (required)
• One of the following credentials/licensure:
  • Licensed master’s level psychologist or limited license under supervision
  • MDE credentialed master’s level school psychologist
  • Licensed master’s level social worker or school social worker (including limited under supervision)
  • Licensed master’s level marriage and family therapist
  • Licensed master’s level professional counselor (or limited license with qualified supervision)
  • School Counselor License, Michigan Teaching Certificate with School Counselor endorsement, Preliminary or Temporary School Counselor Credential (with a path to full licensure within 24 months)
• Experience supporting youth with social-emotional or behavioral health needs is strongly preferred

Responsibilities:

• Deliver individual and group social-emotional support to students
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff
• Implement and monitor positive behavior intervention programs
• Support professional development initiatives related to mental health
• Adapt to the needs of each classroom and school environment

This client is ready to schedule interviews and offers quickly for great candidates—don’t wait! If you meet these requirements and are passionate about school-based mental health, apply today to positively contribute to student wellbeing.

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