National Heritage Academies·Redford Township, Michigan
The social worker will provide individual and group counseling to special and general education students while monitoring IEP goals and behavior intervention plans. They will also conduct psychosocial and risk assessments, facilitate community resource referrals, and provide crisis intervention services.
Located in Redford Charter Township, MI, Westfield Preparatory High School opened in 2019 and serves 880+ students in 7th-12th grade. At Westfield Prep, you can connect passion with purpose.
To learn more about Westfield Preparatory High School click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/westfield-preparatory-high-school/en].
Starting pay above market scales.
Supported by an experienced leadership team.
Access to best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students.
Offers behavioral support for teachers and students.
Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
Inspire students to think creatively and apply critical-thinking skills to solve problems.
Please click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/en/who-we-are] to find out more about our core values.
National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer
Candidates must hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential issued by LARA. Additionally, School Social Work Full Approval or a Professional School Social Worker Certificate from MOECS is required.
Market context
In Michigan, Special Education Social Worker roles are typically in steady demand because schools need staff who can support students’ behavioral, emotional, and academic needs while coordinating with educators and families. These positions are competitive because they require an MSW, an LMSW from LARA, and School Social Work Full Approval or a Professional School Social Worker Certificate from MOECS. If you are considering applying, confirm your credential status first and review how the role’s behavioral support, coaching, and instructional resources align with your experience. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you time when comparing openings.