Social Worker

The Stepping Stones Group; Brick Township (NJ); Presencial; USD 56.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

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Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Continuing education resources

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Educación

New Jersey Department of Education school social worker certification

Descripción del empleo

The Stepping Stones Group

Make a Difference Every Day

Empowering Students, Enriching Futures!

School-Based Social Worker | Full-Time | Preschool | Child Study Team Leave Coverage

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced school social worker who wants to make a difference for our youngest learners? The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a full-time School-Based Social Worker to cover a leave on a Child Study Team (CST) at a preschool program. You'll provide case management, complete social history reports, and help write IEPs, keeping services running smoothly for students and families during a defined assignment.

• Pay:$41-$45 per hour
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, full-time, 35 hours per week (approximately 8:00 AM-3:00 PM), on a school-year schedule
• Setting: Onsite, in-person, school-based, preschool
• Assignment length: Through the end of the 2026-27 school year (mid-June)
• Start date: Immediate
• Employment type: W-2
• Location: Shared with candidates during the application process

What You'll Do

• 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

Minimum 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, approximately 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
• Ability to complete required state clearances and background checks, including a criminal history review
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Authorization to work in the United States

You'll Thrive in This Role If You Are Open To:

• Starting right away and stepping into an existing caseload
• Working onsite and in person in a school
• Working with preschool-aged children and their families
• Managing cases as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Working a short-term, defined assignment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on a Child Study Team or in special education case management
• Experience writing social histories and contributing to IEPs
• Experience working with preschool or early childhood students
• Experience with trauma-informed care and crisis response
• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Related Experience We Value

Experience as a School Social Worker, Early Childhood Social Worker, Case Manager, School Counselor, School-Based Therapist, Mental Health Clinician, Behavioral Health Clinician, or Child and Adolescent Therapist is highly valued.

Why Candidates Choose This Role

• Short-term assignment with a clear start and end, ideal for a gap between roles or a flexible schedule
• Use your license and certification in a hands-on school setting with a consistent weekday schedule
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team of educators and specialists
• Build experience in case management and IEP-related work
• Evenings, weekends, and school breaks typically off

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay
• Health and wellness benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Continuing education resources, including free CEUs and approved webinars
• Employee referral bonus program
• Supportive and collaborative clinical leadership
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Meaningful work that directly impacts students and communities

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

Successful school-based social workers are compassionate, organized, and dependable. They build trust with students and families quickly, document clearly, collaborate well with school teams, and keep students' wellbeing at the center of every decision.

About The Stepping Stones Group

We believe every child deserves exceptional support to succeed academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally. We partner with schools nationwide to provide high-quality educational and behavioral health services, and we give our clinicians the training, resources, and support to do their best work.

The Stepping Stones Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.