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Job Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Location: St. Louis, MO 63110
Job Type: Contract
Work Setting: School-Based / Student Counseling Services
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hours per Week: Up to approximately 40 hours/week, based on school calendar and student needs
Pay: Up to $48.00/hour W-2
Start Date: ASAP
Assignment End Date: June 30, 2027

JLK Global Staffing Solutions is seeking a qualified Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in St. Louis, Missouri for a school-based contract opportunity providing counseling and social work services to students.

The LCSW will support students’ social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs through individual and group counseling, assessment, intervention, case coordination, and collaboration with school staff and families.

This is a long-term opportunity with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with up to approximately 40 hours per week, depending on the school calendar and student needs. The assignment is expected to continue through June 30, 2027.

Job Responsibilities

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker will provide professional social work and counseling services designed to support students’ overall well-being and success in the school environment.

Key responsibilities may include:

Provide individual, group, and supportive counseling services to students.
Assess students’ social, emotional, behavioral, and related needs.
Develop appropriate counseling and intervention plans based on student needs.
Provide short-term counseling and support within the school setting.
Help students develop healthy coping skills, communication skills, emotional regulation strategies, and problem-solving skills.
Support students experiencing academic, behavioral, social, or emotional challenges.
Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as appropriate.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical and student documentation.
Document counseling sessions, assessments, interventions, referrals, and student progress.
Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, counselors, special education professionals, and other members of the student support team.
Communicate with parents, guardians, and caregivers when appropriate and in accordance with applicable requirements.
Assist with identifying students who may benefit from additional support or community-based services.
Coordinate referrals to appropriate community resources and behavioral health services when needed.
Participate in student support meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.
Contribute to student-focused intervention and support plans.
Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive student information.
Follow applicable school policies, professional standards, and documentation requirements.
Support a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.
Perform other social work and student counseling duties as assigned.

Student Counseling Services

The LCSW will provide counseling and social work support focused on students’ social-emotional well-being and their ability to participate successfully in the educational environment.

Services may address areas such as:

Emotional and behavioral concerns
Stress and coping skills
Social skills
School adjustment
Academic-related challenges
Family and social concerns
Peer relationships
Emotional regulation
Conflict resolution
Self-advocacy
Crisis support and appropriate referrals
Connections to community and behavioral health resources

The LCSW will work collaboratively with school professionals to identify appropriate interventions and provide coordinated support for students.

Collaboration With School Staff & Families

Effective collaboration is an important part of this position. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker may work closely with:

Teachers
School counselors
School administrators
Special education teams
Student support teams
Parents and guardians
Community service providers
Behavioral health professionals
Other members of the multidisciplinary team

The LCSW will communicate relevant information appropriately while maintaining student confidentiality and following applicable policies and professional requirements.

Required Qualifications

Candidates applying for this LCSW job in St. Louis, MO should have:

A current and valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential applicable to the position.
Appropriate education and professional training in social work.
Experience providing counseling, social work, behavioral health, or related services.
Knowledge of clinical social work principles, assessment, counseling, and intervention.
Ability to work effectively with children and/or adolescents in an educational or community setting.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent documentation and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive student information appropriately.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with:

Previous school-based social work experience.
Experience providing counseling services to children or adolescents.
Experience working with students experiencing behavioral, emotional, or social challenges.
Experience collaborating with teachers, administrators, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Experience with student support services or special education environments.
Knowledge of community behavioral health resources and referral processes.
Experience developing and implementing student-focused intervention plans.
Experience with crisis intervention and supportive counseling.

School-Based Social Work Experience

School-based social workers play an important role in helping students address social, emotional, behavioral, and environmental challenges that may affect their educational experience.

The successful candidate should be comfortable working in a school environment, collaborating with educational professionals, and providing student-centered support while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Schedule

Days: Monday – Friday
Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Weekly Hours: Up to approximately 40 hours/week

Actual hours may vary based on the school calendar, student needs, and assignment requirements.

Apply Now

Are you a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) looking for a school-based opportunity in St. Louis, Missouri?

Submit your application to JLK Global Staffing Solutions today to be considered for this long-term contract opportunity.