National Heritage Academies·Center Line, Michigan
The school social worker will provide individual and group counseling, manage IEP-related services, and conduct behavioral and psychosocial assessments. They will also collaborate with staff and parents to implement strategies that support student learning and emotional well-being.
Bring your passion for influencing and supporting our youth to National Heritage Academies (NHA) as a school social worker to one of our NHA partner schools. In this position, a cohesive leadership team of deans will be there to support you every step of the way. Along with our result-driven curriculum and commitment to educating the whole child – academically, morally, and socially – you and your students will be set up for success.
National Heritage Academies (NHA) partners with communities to build and operate public charter schools.
Founded in 1995, today NHA serves over 100 schools in nine states, with more than 65,000 students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
Our schools are designed to eliminate the achievement gap and provide school choice to families so their children are prepared for success in college, career, and life.
A majority of our schools consistently outperform their local district on the state test.
According to the Center for Research on Education Outcomes at Stanford University, NHA is a leading performer among charter schools and management organizations, outperforming both conventional district schools and other charter school operators.
In addition, according to our employee survey, over 90% of respondents agree that the work they do is meaningful to them.
Join our team.
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. Additionally, they must possess the School Social Work Full Approval or a Provisional/Professional School Social Worker Certificate issued by the Michigan Online Educator Certification System.
Market context
In Michigan, school social worker roles are typically driven by student mental health needs, attendance concerns, and special education support. These positions can be competitive because districts often look for a master’s degree, a valid Michigan social work license, and experience with special education processes and at-risk students. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then prepare examples of collaboration with educators, families, and student support teams.