School Social Worker - Stamford

Aspire Living & Learning • Stamford, CT

6d • $65,000 - $90,000

About The Position

At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it. For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities. Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths. Join our collaborative, mission-driven team and bring your skills to work that makes a real difference every day. Aspire Living & Learning is currently looking for a School Social Worker who will work with stakeholders (e.g., students, parents, teachers, administrators) to support the learning and development of students across the age range (K-12 and transition) to help them succeed academically, behaviorally, emotionally, and socially.

Requirements

• Master’s or doctoral degree in social work from an accredited university
• Current certification in School Social Work

Nice To Haves

• LCSW preferred

Responsibilities

• Partners with school employees to develop and implement evidence based social, emotional, and behavioral programming.
• Communicates progress to parents and provides support as necessary.
• Provides in-service education and/or serves as a consultant to teachers and other school employees on topics related to social and emotional development.
• Delivers implementation of social, emotional, and behavioral programming at the classroom, small group, and individual levels.
• Ensures a trauma aware environment for all students.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills and outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Cultivate a positive and productive workplace atmosphere to enhance team morale and productivity.
• Participate in and complete training sessions as delegated by management to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
• Conduct training as required and assigned.
• Perform any additional job responsibilities assigned by supervisors or team leaders to support the organization's smooth operation.
• Accept reassignment as required.

Benefits

• 8-weeks of PTO annually, including personal time, mental health days, and school vacations
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance - Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options - Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON - Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
• Professional Growth Opportunities - Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
• Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees