Long Term Substitute for School Social Worker

Barnegat; Barnegat Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary School seeks a Long Term Substitute School Social Worker to support student well-being and assessments. The role requires valid NJ School Social Worker certification and knowledge of special education laws.

Experience with IEP Direct/Frontline IEP is a plus, with strong teamwork and counseling skills. You will liaise with families and staff, complete paperwork promptly per district and state guidelines, and support preschool initiatives where possible.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ Educational Services Certificate (School Social Worker).
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing special education.
• Experience with IEP Direct/Frontline IEP is a plus.
• Ability to complete paperwork in a timely fashion as regulated by district/state.
• Preschool experience preferred.
• Mandatory criminal history background check and P.L. 2018 c. 5 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling to students and assist with personal growth and behavioral management.
• Serve as liaison between home and school.
• Collaborate with teachers and families as a team member.
• Maintain required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Counseling abilities

Education

NJ Educational Services Certificate (School Social Worker)

Tools

IEP Direct

Frontline IEP

Job description

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ Social Worker
  
• Date Posted:
  10/5/2026
  
• Location:
  Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary School
  
• Closing Date:
  10/15/2026
  

Long Term Substitute for School Social Worker

Qualifications:

Valid NJ Educational Services Certificate (School Social Worker)

Knowledge of laws and regulations governing special education and demonstrated ability to effectively provide social evaluations

Experience with IEP Direct/Frontline IEP a plus

Serves as a resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Demonstrate an effective ability to work as a team member

Demonstrate an effective ability to complete paperwork in a timely fashion as regulated by district and state

Experience with preschool, preferred

Mandatory criminal history background check and P.L. 2018 c. 5 clearance

Employed through the district's substitute company ESS