School Social Work

The School Social Work Association of America recognizes school social work as a specialized area of practice within the broad field of the social work profession. School social workers bring unique knowledge and skills to the school system and the student services team. School social workers are trained mental health professionals who provide services related to a student's social, emotional, and life adjustment to school and/or society. By linking school, home, and community systems, school social workers are able to holistically meet the social, emotional, mental, physical, and educational needs of all students.

What do School Social Workers Do?

• Community resources for students and families
• Mental health services/referrals to students and families
• Advocate for student and family engagement with the academic process
• Assessments as part of the eligibility process for special education
• Collaboration with outside agencies
• Crisis prevention, intervention, and postvention
• Psychoeducational groups with students
• Family assessment and planning team members and case managers
• Trainings for staff, students, and parents
• Liaison between home, school, and the community

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