School Social Worker/Field Supervisor

School Social Worker/Field Supervisor The School District of South Orange & Maplewood•3.6 Maplewood, NJ Job Details Full-time $70,000•$118,450 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Life insurance Qualifications Special education law Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in education

Full Job Description JobID:

2747

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Social Worker Date Posted:

6/4/2026

Location:

Clinton Elementary School Date Available:

08/31/2026

Closing Date:

Until Filled

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER/FIELD SUPERVISOR 1.0 FTE

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CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 2026 POSITION

To provide on-site early intervention social work services to elementary school children.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED 1. NJ

School Social Worker Certification required. 2. NJ LCSW Certification preferred. HIB training a plus. 3. Understanding of Section 504. 4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 5. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status We offer a comprehensive and competitive salary structure that is designed to recognize and reward your dedication to education and professional growth. As you advance in your career and pursue higher education, your compensation will reflect your increased expertise. Our salaries, which are commensurate with each individual's qualifications, are as follows:

Starting Salary Range:

Bachelor's Degree:

$70,000•$100,315

Master's Degree:

$77,450•$109,865 Master's + 30

Credits:

$81,565•$115,450

Doctorate:

$84,565•$118,450

Key Highlights:

Clear progression based on experience and educational attainment Substantial salary increases for advanced degrees Top-tier salaries reaching six figures for experienced educators

Benefits:

Medical, and dental insurance Participation in the NJ state pension system Paid sick and personal days Tuition reimbursement for continuing education Life insurance

REPORTS TO

: Assistant Superintendent of Special Services

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Provide counseling services to students, parents and staff, and, as needed, make referrals to appropriate community resources 2. Identify students' social and emotional needs 3. Provide consultation to school personnel relating to the emotional/social well-being of students 4. Assist in the development and delivery of in-service programs and parent seminars 5. Inform the staff and community of mental health services available in the district 6. Serve as a consultant to parents, school personnel, and community groups on mental health topics 7. Ensure provision of service to classified and potentially classified pupils to whom this individual is assigned as case manager, pursuant to

N.J.A.C. 6A

14 8. Maintain contact with parents of assigned students 9. Ensure provision of service to classified and potentially classified pupils to whom this individual is assigned as case manager, pursuant to

N.J.A.C. 6A

14 10. Serve as a member of the Child Study Team 11. Perform formal and informal social evaluations and compose reports detailing results 12. Maintain current records of services provided and cases assigned 13. Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent and/or Director of Planning and Assessment

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 10

Months Salary as per SOMEA Agreement