School Social Worker (Child Study Team) 2026-2027

BRICK Networks; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 71,877 - 90,069; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

BRICK Networks in Newark is seeking a passionate School Social Worker to serve as a vital member of the school community. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, data-driven interventions for students facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree in Social Work and NJ School Social Worker Certification.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $71,877 - $90,069 per year along with comprehensive health benefits. The full-time role requires engagement with students beyond work hours as necessary and emphasizes collaboration with educational staff.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience working with high school aged students in an urban setting.
• Experience in providing individual and group counseling to students with emotional and behavioral struggles.
• Accessible outside of work hours for students as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as CST case manager and complete social history assessments.
• Provide individual and group counseling services mandated through IEP and 504 plans.
• Conduct classroom observations of students and communicate with school staff on scholar progress.
• Connect students and families to supports and services with outside agencies.

Skills

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Child development knowledge

Behavior management

Education

Masters in Social Work

NJ Department of Education School Social Worker Certification

Job description

Role

The School Social Worker serves as a critical member of the school community. The Social Worker delivers and monitors high-quality, data-driven interventions to support students in meeting and surpassing their individualized goals. The role will include providing core services to scholars and staff in prevention, consultation, intervention, and assessment. The Social Worker will work with Special Education scholars and staff; as well as General Education scholars and staff. The ideal candidate will have school experience, CST experience, and outside of school clinical experience.

Essential Functions

• Serve as CST (Child Study Team) case manager, complete social history assessments, schedule and facilitate CST meetings
• Provide individual and group counseling services for students mandated to receive services through their IEP and 504 plans
• Collaborate with network Director of SPED (Special Education) and SEL (Social Emotional Learning) to implement the BRICK SPED and SEL model in the school
• Facilitate staff trainings in the areas of child development, behavior best practices, SEL competencies, etc.
• Conduct classroom observations of students; collect and record data; and communicate with school staff on scholar progress
• Provide Tier 2 & 3 individual and group counseling services to students identified through the BRtS (I&RS) process
• Conduct functional behavior assessments and develop behavior intervention plans; support staff in implementation and oversee progress monitoring
• Provide crisis intervention services such as suicide risk assessments as necessary
• Connect students and families to supports and services with outside agencies; collaborate with collateral contacts to ensure quality and continuity of care
• Serve as the school HIB coordinator and investigator
• Work closely with network Director of SPED and SEL to implement the BRICK SPED and SEL model in the school

Qualifications

• Possess a Masters in Social Work and hold a NJ Department of Education School Social Worker Certification
• Experience holding individual and group counseling with students who have emotional and/or behavioral struggles
• Experience supporting teachers in the implementation of SEL program
• At least three years of experience working with high school aged students in urban setting required
• Accessible outside of work hours for students, as needed

Salary, Goals Employment Period

• Salary Range: Competitive compensation package
• Full time
• Employment Period: Twelve Months
• Fringe Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision

$71,877 - $90,069 a year

BRICK is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. BRICK promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.