Social Worker in Albuquerque, NM

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, active Social Worker license and minimum 1+ years School Social Work experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Make a difference in students’ lives by bringing your expertise as a school social worker to a supportive educational setting near Albuquerque, NM. This contract opportunity focuses on providing compassionate guidance to a caseload of about 40 students, all located within one welcoming school environment. With part-time hours (15–20 per week), you’ll enjoy the balance you need while making a meaningful impact.

The ideal candidate is comfortable supporting school-aged children with a variety of needs, is eager to work on site, and is ready to collaborate with a dedicated school team. You’ll thrive in an environment that values your professional insight and offers flexible interview scheduling in a panel format.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Current LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) credential
• Previous experience as a school social worker preferred
• Familiarity supporting students with diverse needs and backgrounds
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to provide onsite services reliably
• Flexible mindset, open to adapting to evolving caseload numbers

In this role, you’ll:

• Conduct individual and group support sessions for students
• Coordinate with teachers and staff to create holistic support plans
• Communicate regularly with families and care teams
• Deliver crisis intervention and develop proactive strategies
• Participate in school meetings and share expertise during multi-disciplinary case conferences

This position welcomes applicants looking for part-time work within a close-knit educational community. Flexible interview slots are available—with just a bit of advance notice—making it easy to pursue this new professional chapter.

If you’re a motivated, qualified school social worker eager to foster growth and resilience in students, we invite you to apply now and help shape positive outcomes across this thriving academic environment!

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