Preschool School Social Worker — CST Leave Coverage

The Stepping Stones Group; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Continuing education resources

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a full-time School-Based Social Worker to cover a Child Study Team leave at a preschool program in New Jersey. You will provide case management, social histories, and IEP support to keep services running through the end of the 2026-27 school year.

This onsite role requires NJ licensing, school social work certification, and the ability to work a standard school-day schedule with a Monday–Friday work week. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey social work license.
• New Jersey Department of Education school social worker certification.
• School-based experience.
• Case management experience.
• Availability Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM.
• Ability to complete required state clearances and background checks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management as a member of the Child Study Team.
• Complete social history reports as part of the special education evaluation process.
• Help write IEPs and take part in IEP meetings.
• Support preschool students' social, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and families to support student success.
• Connect families with community resources.
• Step into an existing caseload and keep services running smoothly during a leave.
• Maintain accurate documentation and protect student confidentiality in line with FERPA and mandated reporting requirements.

Education

New Jersey Department of Education school social worker certification

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a full-time School-Based Social Worker to cover a Child Study Team leave at a preschool program in New Jersey. You will provide case management, social histories, and IEP support to keep services running through the end of the 2026-27 school year.

This onsite role requires NJ licensing, school social work certification, and the ability to work a standard school-day schedule with a Monday–Friday work week. Immediate start available.