Location: Williamstown, MA
FTE: 1.0 FTE Temporary Assignment anticipated for 9/30 - 10/26 and 1/4 - 1/19
Compensation: $260.00 per day (District Long-Term Educator Rate)
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field required.
Valid Massachusetts DESE licensure as a School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor.
Demonstrated ability to lead collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and build trusting relationships with students, staff, and families.
Strong understanding of MTSS frameworks and experience designing and implementing SEL and behavioral interventions in school settings.
Familiarity with trauma-informed practices, restorative approaches, and equity-centered student support systems.
Working knowledge of IEP/504 processes and capacity to support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Minimum of 1–3 years experience in school or clinical settings preferred.
Bilingual or multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions (which include but are not limited to):
Foster meaningful connections with students, staff, and families, becoming a go-to support and valued presence throughout the school environment.
Serve as a resource and partner with instructional staff, supporting student well-being and behavior in the classroom.
Take a leadership role in the coordination of student support services, including Student Support Team (SST) meetings to identify needs and track student progress.
Collaborate closely with teachers, administrators, and support staff to develop and carry out, track, and evaluate targeted MTSS interventions.
Provide individual and small-group counseling that supports students' emotional well-being, social development, and academic readiness.
Model and promote equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices throughout all student support work.
Facilitate staff professional learning and offer consultative support around student behavior, mental health, trauma-informed practices, and SEL.
Actively engage with families to build strong, trusting relationships and connect them with community-based resources and supports.
Leadership role in crisis response and intervention efforts; contribute to schoolwide safety, climate, and wellness planning.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district regulations, including documentation and reporting requirements.
Other duties as assigned.
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