Why join our countywide agency?

• Because each day we are making a difference in our community, and because we have a positive, employee- and client-centered work culture.
• We pay competitive rates and offer a strong benefits package that includes generous sick leave, and holiday pay, employer-paid medical insurance, a free subscription to the meditation/sleep app Calm, and much more!
• We offer continuous employee education and development and paid clinical supervision.
• Family Service Agency is a National Health Service Corps approved site. Licensed MFTs and LCSWs can receive $50K to $100K in loan repayment with a service commitment of two to three years. More information can be found on our website.
• We work with our staff to offer flexibility whenever possible.

We look forward to you joining our team at FSA of Santa Barbara County!

The Position:

The principal tasks of the School-Based Social Worker is to help students and families make the best use of available opportunities and resources and to fully develop each student's individual potential. The School-Based Social Worker brings to the educational process an understanding of the psychosocial development of children and the influences of family, community, and cultural differences as they interact with the educational process. The School-Based Social Worker will work with those problems in a child's living situation that affect the child’s adjustment in school, such as the home, school, and general community. This position will mobilize family, school, and community resources to enable the child to learn as effectively as possible in their educational program. The School-Based Social Worker is supervised by the School Services Program Manager/Supervisor.

FSA strives to be a trauma-informed and resilience-oriented organization. Working with those impacted by trauma can affect staff in various ways, so FSA actively identifies and employs methods to support staff to embody a healthy and sustainable balance of care.

Sample Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling, crisis intervention, and positive behavioral strategies to support student success.
• Partner with parents to improve school adjustment, reduce family stress, provide parenting/health education, and connect to community resources.
• Deliver Enhanced Care Management services, including outreach, assessment, care planning, coordination, health promotion, transitional care, family supports, and referrals to social services.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop whole-person care plans addressing physical, mental, behavioral, and social needs.
• Collaborate with school staff, participate in case conferences, assist with behavior management, and conduct trainings/presentations.
• Serve as a liaison between schools and community resources to meet student needs.
• Identify and report child abuse/neglect, utilize trauma-informed practices, and maintain accurate documentation.

Lead Clinician Duties (if applicable):

• Manage and prioritize referrals, respond to urgent mental health requests, coordinate crisis responses, and oversee referral tracking.
• Participate in clinical supervision, consultations, and professional development.
• Conduct intakes, assessments, and treatment planning; evaluate client progress and program effectiveness.
• Maintain program compliance, accurate records, and required service activity levels.
• Build and maintain community partnerships; attend outreach events as needed.
• Contribute to agency initiatives, uphold FSA policies, promote inclusivity, and model professional communication and behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Employment Qualifications and Standards:

Classification, Hours and Pay Rate:

• This non-exempt position may be full-time or part-time, with benefits offered on a full or pro-rated basis. Benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and generous holiday and sick leave.
• Compensation ranges from $28 to $39 per hour, based on licensure, education, and experience.