Social Worker - Office of Student Support Services SY; NBOE

Openings as of 5/8/2026

Social Worker - Office of Student Support Services SY2026-27 (NBOE)

• Position Type:
  Instructional – Other Titles/ Social Worker
• Date Posted: 11/25/2025
• Location:
  
  Office of Student Support Services – 410

Office of Student Support Services

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
• New Jersey Standard School Social Worker or eligible for an Emergency certificate.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred.
• New Jersey Bilingual/Bicultural Education certificate preferred.
• Alternative:
  Evidence of passing OPI & WPT in target language at Advanced Low or higher, a degree from an accredited university in the target language, or a World Language Certificate in the target language.

• Manages mental health programming for the district.
• Develops and procures mental health resources and services for student families and staff.
• Collaborates with student support staff in planning strategies, adapting practices, and making modifications to assist children in meeting academic, social‑emotional, behavioral, and career goals.
• Conducts trainings to promote mental health initiatives.
• Coordinates meetings with social service agencies, mental health agencies, hospital centers, and other outside organizations to develop mental‑health focused 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.
• Ensures knowledge and adherence to State and Federal regulations and departmental procedures.
• Maintains and reports accurate statistical data related to productivity at required intervals.
• Provides support around Title IV grant related activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Director of Student Support Services

• Employment Period:
  Ten (10) Months
• Affiliation:
  Newark Teacher's Union (NTU)

In an effort to attract and retain staff, NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full‑time staff. Offerings include medical and prescription drug plans, employer‑paid dental and vision coverage, a variety of wellness and voluntary benefits programs, and paid time off; all employees receive paid personal and sick days, as well as vacation days for 12‑month employees.

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The Newark Board of Education is only accepting electronic applications.

The Newark Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.