Social Worker - Office of Student Support Services 2025-26 (NBOE)

Social Worker Office of Student Support Services Position Type: Instructional - Other Titles / Social Worker Date Posted: 3/10/2025 Location: Office of Student Support Services, Newark, NJ The Superintendent invites all qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Social Worker within the Office of Student Support Services. Qualifications Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university. New Jersey Standard School Social Worker license or eligibility for an Emergency certificate. Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred. New Jersey Bilingual/Bicultural Education certificate preferred. Alternative qualifications in lieu of a Bilingual/Bicultural Education certificate: Evidence of passing the Oral and Written Language Proficiency tests (OPI & WPT) in the target language with passing scores of at least Advanced Low. A degree from an accredited university in the target language. A World Language Certificate in the target language. Basic Functions and Responsibilities Manages mental health programming for the district. Develops and procures mental health resources and services for students' families and staff. Consults with student support staff in planning strategies, adapting practices and making modifications to help children meet academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and career goals. Conducts trainings to promote mental health initiatives. Coordinates meetings with social service, mental health agencies, hospital centers, and other organizations to develop mental health partnerships. Assists student support team members with strategies for involving and educating families, students, and staff about mental health and referrals. Generates written professional reports at required intervals with statistical data. Adheres to State and Federal regulations and departmental procedures. Maintains and reports accurate statistical data related to productivity at required intervals. Provides support for Title IV grant-related activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Reports To Director of Student Support Services Salary, Employment Period and Union Affiliation Employment Period: Ten (10) Months Union Affiliation: Newark Teacher's Union (NTU) Benefits In an effort to attract and retain staff, NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full‑time staff, including Medical and Prescription Drug plans, employer‑paid Dental and Vision coverage, Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs, paid time off, paid Personal and Sick days, and Vacation days for 12‑month employees. For details, visit How to Apply Applications must be submitted electronically only. Equal Opportunity Employer The Newark Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer. Application Deadline Postings current as of 5/10/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Newark-Board-of-Educatio