School Social Worker - Stamford

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.

Hours: M-F 7a-3p

Salary: $65,000 – $90,000 per year

Our Ideal Candidate

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

Key Responsibilities: 

Consultation:

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.  

Intervention:

Delivers implementation of social, emotional, and behavioral programming at the classroom, small group, and individual levels.   

Relationships & Communication:

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. 

Employees at Aspire enjoy working with a collaborative and dedicated team that values a culture of belonging and care. We take pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• 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!

Our School Social Workers enjoy working with a fun team of dedicated professionals to support children with a variety of needs. We believe in a healthy work/life balance, and our reputation for providing high quality, ethical services is one of our biggest assets.

 Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

 

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