Anticipated Leave Replacement Social Worker
Company: Educational Services Commission of New Jersey
Location: New Brunswick
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Type: Student Support Services/ Social Worker Date
Posted: 3/10/2026 Location: Turning Point Academy Date Available:
05/01/2026 Closing Date: 05/08/2026 Turning Point Academy -
Educational Services for the Middlesex County Juvenile Detention
Center Turning Point Academy 99 Apple Orchard Lane North Brunswick,
NJ 08902 POSITION: Anticipated Leave Replacement Social Worker
START / END DATE: May 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026 - Pending Criminal
History Clearance QUALIFICATIONS : Certified as a School Social
Worker by the New Jersey State Department of Education Knowledge of
NJAC 6A:14 and the diverse needs of students with and without
disabilities and appropriate intervention practices Excellent oral
and communication skills Demonstrated attitude for successful
completion of tasks assigned Counseling experience with
non-traditional, disruptive and disaffected students Such
alternatives to the above qualifications the Commission finds
appropriate and acceptable SCOPE: The school Social Worker is part
of an interdisciplinary team that is responsible for coordination
and development of services for students, as well as delivery of
related services and program monitoring/evaluation REPORTS TO :
Reports to the School Principal or other appropriate certified
administrator as designated by the Superintendent RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides implementation services for students who require the
services of a School Social Worker, including social assessments,
IEP (initial and reevaluations) Provides individual, group and
family counseling services as needed Develops linkages with and
initiates referrals to appropriate service agencies Monitors
student psychosocial progress Facilitates discussions between
students and staff and participates in staff planning Provides
student crisis intervention "as needed" and establishes effective
and safe procedures for effective staff intervention Maintains and
submits records and reports in an accurate and timely manner as
required by the Commission, the State of New Jersey and the Federal
government Provides staff information on varied teaching strategies
and need expertise important in the development of successful
instructional programs Develops and modifies behavioral management
and educational programs as prescribed in the student's individual
educational plan as directed by building level administrator
Adheres to all published school policies including those that
pertain to reports, forms, confidentiality of records, and
supervision of students and safety Confers with teachers,
parents/guardians, child study team members and administrators
concerning student problems that may require more efficient
coordination and communication Serves as a resource to school staff
and parents in the area of certification Keeps abreast of new
research in the field of social work and counseling, especially as
they relate and contribute to the effectiveness of the school
program Provides educational support for a positive therapeutic
classroom atmosphere through proactive crisis intervention and
direct intervention to students as required Other responsibilities
and assignments as directed by the principal or building level
administrator BENEFITS: Eligible for Medical, Prescription, and
Dental Benefits. Pension system enrollment varies by position and
certification. Sick, Personal and Bereavement Days are included.
SALARY: Following the established MCESA Salary Guide ranging from
Step 1 BA $58,003 to Step 20 MA30 $85,603 www.escnj.us and click
the employment opportunities link. ESCNJ is an EOE/AA Employer
Keywords: Educational Services Commission of New Jersey, Clifton , Anticipated Leave Replacement Social Worker, Administration, Clerical , New Brunswick, New Jersey
