Social Worker - Early Learning - antkwak Early Learning Center and Columbia County Service Center- 26/27 School Year

JobID: 3396

Position Type:
Licensed/Speech Language Pathologist

Date Posted:
4/10/2026

Location:
antkwak Early Learning Center

Date Available:
07/13/2026

Closing Date:
Priority Date 04/18/2026

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.

Position Title : Social Worker

Department: Early Learning

Location: antkwak Early Learning Center (Hillsboro) and Columbia Service Center (St. Helens)

Reports To: Director - Early Learning

Compensation: Per negotiated contract, Licensed Salary Schedule

Bargaining Unit: NWEA

FTE: 1.0 FTE

Work Days: 220

** This position will be based at either the antkwak Early Learning Center (Hillsboro) or the Columbia Service Center (St. Helens), based on employee preference. Employee will cover work in both Washington County and Columbia County areas, regardless of home base.**

NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT: In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.



GENERAL DUTIES:
In alignment with the NWRESD's mission statement, the Social Worker supports and advances the district's academic mission by delivering comprehensive services that strengthen partnerships among home, school, and community. This role focuses on identifying and addressing barriers that impact student learning by providing assessment, counseling, consultation, coordination of school and community resources, and program development. The Social Worker plays a key role in fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment. By promoting understanding of students' social and emotional developmentand recognizing the influence of family dynamics, community context, and cultural diversitythe Social Worker implements effective intervention strategies that enhance student well-being and academic success. In collaboration with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and community partners, the Social Worker develops and implements strategies that encourage positive student engagement and strengthen overall school connectedness.



QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform

each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the

knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


1. Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling, required
2. Current LCSW License, OR TSPC School Social Worker License, OR TSPC Restricted School Social Worker License OR be eligible for a Restricted School Social Worker License, OR current LPC License, OR LPC Registered Associate, OR TSPC School Counselor License
3. Experience and/or training in direct mental health skill building and therapeutic interventions
4. Ability to travel to school sites, community programs, and home visits to work with students, families and staff across four counties (Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, Washington).
5. Valid Driver's License; available transportation and proof of auto insurance.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
1. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
2. Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations
3. Confer regularly with the immediate supervisor
4. Proficient in the use of computers and internet-based applications, including but not limited to email, internet software, Google Suite, and word processing (MS Word)
5. Ability to demonstrate effective skills in group facilitation, organizational dynamics, and consensus building.
6. Ability to advocate, model, and support implementation of district-level initiatives around racial equity and culturally responsive practices.
7. Ability to develop and implement professional development training for certifi ed and classifi ed school personnel.



Essential Functions: Include the following. Performs some or all of the following

tasks. Other Duties may be assigned. The duties listed below are not inclusive, but

characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.


A. Locate and mobilize school and community resources to support Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education programs.
B. Collaborate with school staff to identify, determine, and implement appropriate therapeutic strategies to address identified social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
C. Serve as a liaison between families and the program to positively promote collaborative processes in educational planning for students by encouraging parent/guardian participation.
D. Serve on both program-based and system-wide committees to address climate, equity, educational issues, school adjustment problems, safety issues, social-emotional learning, and program development for students.
E. Participate as a member of the IFSP and other school-based teams to develop interventions for promoting students' academic success.
F. Conduct staff development on issues related to trauma, addiction, equity, needs of the students and families, and social-emotional-environmental factors that impact learning.
G. Serve as liaison between program, families, and community agencies.
H. Effectively utilize community resources to serve family and student needs.
I. Keep current on services provided by community resources.
J. Make appropriate referrals to community agencies e.g., counseling, financial assistance, medical, and psychological.
K. Identify and develop strategies to ameliorate the factors that are barriers to accessing services.
L. Assist in the recognition and identification of child abuse/neglect situations.
M. Responsible for reporting child abuse/neglect and educational neglect situations.
N. Provide input to ensure that students' educational, social, emotional, health, and material needs are met in accordance with established laws, rules, and regulations.
O. Conduct assessment of need with individual students, families, and groups to determine the scope of social work services.
P. Provide direct services to students and families.
Q. Counsel individual students/families regarding issues that interfere with accessing services.
R. Provide and coordinate crisis intervention services.
S. Conduct home visits related to establishing communication and positive connections between the parent/guardian and school setting around identified issues.
T. Provide parent/guardian educational workshops on identified issues related to child development, stress management, problem solving, self-regulation, personal safety, and effective teacher/parent/student communication.
U. Provide staff consultation on trauma-informed practice and behavioral-emotional-environmental issues affecting child development.
V. Attend meetings and professional development activities as required.
W. Perform other job duties as assigned

Note: The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.


NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.



Equal Opportunity Employer


Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.


Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected]. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.

FISCAL POSITION CONTROL CODE: 3612
JOB POST ID: 3396