27 Social Worker (Middle School)

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• Maintain case history records and prepare reports.
• Interview clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.
• Serve as liaisons between students, homes, schools, family services, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and other contacts to help children who face problems, such as disabilities, abuse, or poverty.
• Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided.
• Address legal issues, such as child abuse and discipline, assisting with hearings and providing testimony to inform custody arrangements.
• Counsel parents with child rearing problems, interviewing the child and family to determine whether further action is required.
• Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine causes of problems, such as truancy and misbehavior, and to implement solutions.
• Arrange for medical, psychiatric, and other tests that may disclose causes of difficulties and indicate remedial measures.

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Freedomprep invites applications for the full-time 2026-27 Social Worker (Middle School) role based in Memphis, TN, supporting middle school learners as they navigate challenges that affect learning and growth. What This Role Involves In the 2026-27 Social Worker (Middle School) position at Freedomprep in Memphis, TN, you will identify and address social, emotional, and psychological factors that interfere with academic progress. The work centers on counseling students and families, conducting psycho-social evaluations and diagnosing behavioral concerns, recommending environmental adjustments across school, home, and community settings with regular follow-through, arranging connections to outside agencies, and functioning as the primary connector linking the school community, households, and local supports. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Serve as the go-to source of information about available community resources Maintain accurate school documentation while generating written reports and communications Offer individual and group counseling to students dealing with school, home, or community adjustment issues, emphasizing early intervention Support families in accessing community services that can help resolve school-related difficulties Advocate and mediate for students in interactions with family members, school staff, and community partners Collaborate and consult on student concerns while aligning action plans, with priority given to early problem identification Engage community agencies to help remediate challenges that disrupt school adjustment Partner with teachers and colleagues to assess student needs and invent tailored support strategies Help families understand their children’s educational needs and the resources available at school Assist parents in recognizing the problems their children face through group counseling, parent training, and community referrals What We're Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Social Work required; Master’s degree in Social Work preferred Ability to secure the Tennessee credential that authorizes pupil personnel services as a social worker for grades K-12 Two or more years of professional experience preferred, with background in education and urban communities especially valued Experience making referrals to public or private agencies and ensuring appropriate follow-up Background serving as a liaison among school, family, and community resources Experience supporting students with special needs Experience with crisis management Experience coordinating benefits through social and community organizations Demonstrated commitment to Freedomprep’s educational mission, vision, and goals Strong computer…

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