Los Angeles Unified School District

School Social Worker, District Wide, 195 day work year (pro-rated) , (Certificated Management)

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) or equivalent
  • Valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential
  • 5-7 years of experience in a school or social service setting
  • Strong knowledge of mental health disabilities and crisis interventions
  • Familiarity with community resources and programs for youth and families

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and assess the needs of learners requiring social-emotional support
  • Adapt programs to meet the needs of disadvantaged students
  • Develop and oversee special projects and initiatives
  • Collaborate with school leadership and external stakeholders
  • Manage caseload of students needing intensive behavioral and mental health support

Benefits

  • Health benefits coverage for employee and eligible dependents
  • Full dental and vision benefits coverage
  • Considerable professional autonomy in school settings
  • Opportunities for professional development and management experience
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The School Social Worker is responsible for monitoring the needs and progress of identified learners in targeted areas. The position requires the ability to modify or adapt systems and programs in order to meet ongoing needs of disadvantaged learners. The School Social Worker may have budgetary responsibility within the scope of the position. The position requires the ability to sequence and integrate multiple projects and programs, as well as develop both short and long term goals. Regular contact with leadership at the school sites, District administration, outside agencies, learners, and families is required. The position requires collaboration with stakeholders in the implementation of identified goals and objectives. The School Social Worker is responsible for the development, coordination, and supervision of special projects, curriculum, and testing programs as assigned by the Site Principals or designees. Depending upon assignment, the School Social Worker may manage an assigned caseload of learners requiring intensive social-emotional, behavioral, mental health, and/or crisis support.

PENDING BOARD APPROVAL

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

This is a vacancy for which applications are currently being accepted by Eureka City Schools for the 2026-2027 school year.

POSITION: School Social Worker (Certificated Management Position)

Location: District Wide

HOURS: 8 Hours per Day, 5 Days per Week, 186 day work year (pro-rated), 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

START DATE: ASAP

SALARY: $94,770-$122,850
Qualifies for District's portion of health benefits and full dental and vision benefits coverage for self and eligible dependents.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :Knowledge of mental health disabilities within the education system and behavioral crisis interventions. Knowledge of programs and agencies that provide services to youth and families, as well as resources/programs available to support learning and graduation, and other supplemental support.

First Review of Applications: September 21, 2026

About Los Angeles Unified School District

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of over 550,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
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