Social Worker | Burlington, Connecticut

Soliant; Burlington (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidental supplies

Job summary

Soliant is seeking an elementary social worker to support young learners in a school setting. You will provide direct counseling, crisis intervention, and group work to promote social-emotional well-being and academic success.

Responsibilities include developing intervention plans, coordinating with teachers and families, and ensuring compliant documentation. This contract role emphasizes collaboration with educators to foster a positive school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a social worker in an elementary school setting.
• Knowledge of child development and trauma-informed care.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct social-emotional support through counseling and group work.
• Develop and implement intervention plans for academic, behavioral, or emotional challenges.
• Assist in identifying students’ needs via assessments and support meetings.
• Serve as liaison between school, families, and community agencies for coordinated services.
• Support classroom staff with strategies to promote positive behavior and social skills.
• Maintain accurate records in line with school and state guidelines.

Skills

Elementary social work

Child development

Trauma-informed care

Social-emotional support

Family collaboration

Advocacy

Education

School Social Worker license

Job description

Step into a meaningful contract opportunity supporting young learners as an elementary social worker. In this school-based role, you’ll be instrumental in fostering students’ social, emotional, and academic well-being. Your expertise will help shape a positive, inclusive environment for children to grow and succeed.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working as a social worker in an elementary school setting
• Deep understanding of child development, trauma-informed care, and social/emotional support practices
• Licensed or certified as a School Social Worker (or eligible)
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and advocacy skills

Key responsibilities:

• Provide direct social-emotional support to students through counseling, crisis intervention, and group work
• Develop and implement intervention plans for students facing academic, behavioral, or emotional challenges
• Assist in identifying students’ needs by conducting assessments and participating in student support meetings
• Serve as a liaison between school, families, and community agencies to ensure coordinated services
• Support classroom staff with strategies for promoting positive behavior and social skills
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with school and state guidelines

This contract position offers the chance to make a positive impact on elementary-aged students in a supportive school community. You’ll collaborate closely with educators and families to create meaningful change every day.

Compensation for this position ranges from $32.57 to $52.57. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.