School Social WorkerFull TimeMildred L. Day School, Arundel, ME, USSalary Range: $57,392.00 To $109,152.00 AnnuallySchool Social Worker-Mildred L. Day SchoolSalary: $57,392 to $109,152.00 annual salary per KAKEA CBA Appendix I Salary Scale (20262027 school year)Position Overview: As a School Social Worker, you will assist in the development of students personal, emotional, and social growth to enable them to benefit from their educational program. Effective communication skills are required to work collaboratively with related service providers, coordinate with general education staff, and work with families and outside agencies.Reports To: Special Services Director and Building PrincipalRequired QualificationsMasters degree in Social WorkValid State of Maine Social Worker licenseSuccessful experience working with school-age childrenExperience working with students with special needsExperience collaborating with outside agenciesStrong communication, organizational, diagnostic, and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively as part of a collaborative teamResponsibilitiesStudent-CenteredProvide individual and/or group services for identified studentsConsult with guidance counselors, school nurses, school psychologists, principals, classroom teachers, and special education teams as neededAssist in student crisis management and coordinate follow-up supports with staff, families, and studentsCommunicationMeet and consult with parents/guardians regarding student-related issuesProvide support services and referral resources for special education students and their familiesComplete family/social histories as determined by the special education teamParticipate in school and district crisis intervention response teamsOrganized ApproachAssist in the development and monitoring of positive behavior support plansSupport families in developing and monitoring home/school behavior transition plansOperational ExcellenceServe as liaison between school, families, and community service providers (e.g., hospitals, clinicians, counselors)Participate as a member of special education teams, including attendance at meetings and IEP participationSupport development of annual goals, objectives, and quarterly progress updates for social work servicesAssist with re-entry planning following suspension, hospitalization, or out-of-district placementPerform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special ServicesKey CompetenciesResourceful: Uses available resources to maximize student supportGoals-based: Sets meaningful, measurable goals and tracks progressAnalytical thinking: Uses data to inform intervention and decision-makingOutcomes-focused: Maintains urgency and accountability for student outcomesMotivator: Encourages students, staff, and families toward positive growthTeam player: Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teamsEffective communicator: Communicates clearly and professionallyRelationship-oriented: Builds trust and strong relationships with students and familiesReasonable Accommodations: RSU 21 will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law.Terms of Employment: Regular school year for professional staff.
Salary determined by applicable collective bargaining agreement and Board policy.Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated by the building administrator or team leader in accordance with Board policy on evaluation of support services personnel.Apply via our application portalInternal Applicants: Submit a Letter of Interest (upload it where the resume is requested). No resume or letters of reference are required.External Applicants: Submit a current resume/CV and three letters of reference.Incomplete applications will not be considered.
