School Social Worker

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. is seeking a School Social Worker in the Department of Special Education. Requires a Master's degree in Social Work and New Jersey Standard School Social Worker Certification.

The role involves active CST participation, student assessments, counseling, and coordination with external agencies to support IEPs. Salary is per contract; location is within the Special Education Department with a start date to be determined.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university
• New Jersey Standard School Social Worker Certification

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in CST meetings to determine eligibility and develop of Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs).
• Conducts assessments and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning or social interaction issues.
• Performs counseling services and case management.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the District Superintendent or Director of Special Education as the Superintendent's designee.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Position Type: Department of Special Education

Date Posted: 9/3/2026

Closing Date: 09/17/2026

PROGRAM: Department of Special Education

POSITION (S): School Social Worker

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university
• New Jersey Standard School Social Worker Certification

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively participates in CST meetings to determine eligibility and develop of Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs).
• Conducts assessments and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning or social interaction issues.
• Performs counseling services and case management.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the District Superintendent or Director of Special Education as the Superintendent's designee.

SALARY/STIPEND: As Per Contract

LOCATION: Special Education Department

STARTING DATE: To Be Determined