School-Based Social Worker - West Hartford, Connecticut

Job Description Make a positive impact in the lives of students by providing essential support as a school social worker. This contract opportunity near West Hartford, CT, runs from late October through January and is ideal for professionals passionate about fostering student well-being and community engagement. As part of a dedicated educational team, you'll be on-site, working with students, faculty, and families to facilitate growth and resilience. Qualifications and Experience: Active Social Worker (SW) license with a School Social Worker endorsement (#071) required Previous experience in a school setting preferred Strong understanding of child development, crisis intervention, and behavioral management Excellent communication and collaboration skills Ability to adapt to changing needs and work effectively within diverse school communities Key Responsibilities: Conduct individual and group sessions to support students’ emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to create and implement intervention plans Assist in crisis situations, providing immediate support and appropriate referrals Promote social and emotional learning through development and delivery of targeted programs Maintain detailed, confidential student records and documentation as required by school policies Why Consider This Opportunity: Influence young lives during a critical period of academic and personal development Work on-site and collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team Enjoy a structured full-time schedule of 35 hours per week Contract placement ensures professional flexibility Compensation for this position ranges from $34.19 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.

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