School Social Worker Job Sylvester area,Georgia USA,Education / Teaching

Position Type:
District Wide Support Services

Date Posted:
2/6/2026

Location:
Central Office

Date Available:
07/2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled
Worth County Schools

School Social Worker

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Master's degree in social work required

Certification/License

Required:

Valid Georgia service certificate in School Social Work

Physical

Activities:

Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Written and oral communication; planning, organization, and time management

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.

Work effectively with students, parents, and school personnel to serve the needs of all students and to resolve issues in order to promote student success.

Coordinate a referral system to provide direct service to students, parents, and teachers.

Make home visits after consultation with administration and/or upon school social worker assessment.

Work with schools to implement attendance programs and support compliance of the compulsory attendance law.

Serves as liaison between school, home, and the community in order to disseminate information and enhance the student's personal and academic growth which may result in referrals to a specialist and/or community agencies for more intensive services.

Work with parents and children in a confidential and caring manner, and assist the family, school, and community in any way required to bridge gaps between family and school.

Conduct required training for mandated reporters of suspected child abuse and neglect.

Maintain a working knowledge of state law and board policies regarding child welfare.

Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment.

Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate, and/or credential as may be required for this position.

Serves as liaison for Homeless Education

Perform other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 195-day position. Salary based on board-approved certified teacher pay schedule.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the assigned supervisor.


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