Kimberly  Rooyakkers

I provide social and emotional supports for students, including one-on-one and group meetings to discuss mental health, friendship skills, and coping strategies. I monitor attendance and work with students and families to help students engage in school. I provide resources for families in need including food shelf information, cold weather gear, and basic hygiene supplies.

Master of Social Work

$40,000 starting; $65,000 experience

It depends on the state. In Minnesota it is a growing field.

Working with student, meeting families, building connections to school!

I am very busy and the type of work is stressful. I have to be careful to “leave work at work” so that I don’t get burnt out.

Reach out to a school social worker near you and ask them questions!