Social Worker

The Stepping Stones Group; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Professional development and training

Continuing education resources and CEU

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a part-time School-Based Social Worker to support preschool students one day per week. The role is onsite in New Jersey, with a 3-hour Thursday schedule, through the end of the 2026-27 school year. Start date is immediate.

You will work with teachers, school teams, and families to support social, emotional, and developmental needs, and candidates with PIRS training are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey social work license.
• New Jersey Department of Education school social worker certification.
• Formal PIRS training.
• Experience in school-based settings.
• Availability on Thursdays (9:00 AM–12:00 PM).
• Ability to obtain state clearances and background checks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide school social work services to preschool students, individually and in groups.
• Support social, emotional, and developmental growth.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support student success.
• Respond to student concerns and coordinate safety steps.
• Connect families with community resources.
• Maintain confidential documentation per FERPA and reporting requirements.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comunicação

Education

Active New Jersey social work license

New Jersey Department of Education school social worker certification

Formal PIRS training

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group

Make a Difference Every Day

Empowering Students, Enriching Futures!

School-Based Social Worker | Part-Time | Preschool | One Day Per Week | PIRS Training Required

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 part-time School-Based Social Worker to support preschool students one day per week for the remainder of the school year. You'll work alongside teachers and school teams to support students' social, emotional, and developmental needs. Candidates with formal PIRS training are encouraged to apply.

• Pay:$41-$45 per hour
• Schedule: Part-time, one day per week (Thursdays), 3 hours per day, during the school day
• 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 school social work services to preschool students, including individual and group support as assigned
• Support students' social, emotional, and developmental growth
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and families to support student success
• Respond to student concerns and coordinate with the school team on safety and next steps
• Connect families with community resources
• 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
• Formal PIRS training
• School-based experience
• Availability on Thursdays, approximately 9:00 AM-12:00 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:

• Working onsite and in person in a school
• Working with preschool-aged children
• A part-time, one-day-per-week schedule
• Collaborating with school teams and families
• Working a defined school-year assignment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with preschool or early childhood students
• Experience supporting students with IEPs
• Experience with trauma-informed care and crisis response
• Experience collaborating with school teams on student support plans
• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Related Experience We Value

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

Why Candidates Choose This Role

• One day per week, ideal for adding to an existing schedule or caseload
• Short, predictable morning schedule during the school day
• Make a lasting difference for our youngest students
• Defined school-year assignment with a clear start and end
• Work alongside teachers and school teams who value your expertise

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.