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School Social Worker in Jersey City, NJ

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Job Description

Step into a meaningful clinical social work role supporting students as part of an innovative behavioral and emotional support team. This full-time contract position offers a rewarding opportunity to serve as a school social worker in a dynamic education setting, collaborating closely with a fellow clinician and working with a caseload of 15 to 20 students. As part of a specialized program focused on supporting emotionally impaired childrenincluding those in general education and those with more intensive support needsyoull make a real impact every day. Your experience working with children who have experienced trauma, come from low-income backgrounds, or demonstrate challenging behaviors will be essential. Daily responsibilities include individual and group counseling, developing intervention plans, addressing referrals, designing behavioral strategies, and maintaining strong communication with educators and families. Your efforts will directly help students build resilience, navigate social-emotional barriers, and succeed in a supportive school environment.
Key Qualifications:
Valid educator certificate and current social work license required Prior school-based social work experience Proven expertise in counseling, behavior management, and trauma-informed care Strong knowledge of interventions for emotionally impaired students Collaborative, compassionate, and solution-oriented mindset
Role Responsibilities:
Provide individual and group counseling to students Respond to referrals and develop action plans for intervention Collaborate with another school social worker to support overlapping caseloads of 15-20 students Consult with teachers, administrators, and families regarding student progress Engage in crisis intervention when needed and design behavioral supports Maintain thorough records of student interactions and development plans Seize the chance to support young learners and become an invaluable resource for students and staff. If you are passionate about making a difference in students lives and are ready to begin as soon as possible, we encourage you to submit your application today. Compensation for this position ranges from $34.19 to $54.19. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here . This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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  • Dental Insurance