Social Worker (Bloomfield Academy)

“ADELBROOK IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE OUR NEW SCHOOL IN BLOOMFIELD, CT”

Ädelbrook is looking to find qualified, compassionate candidates that can inspire hope while helping each student achieve their full potential. We would love to invite you to check out the programs we offer at Ädelbrook. We provide a supportive and collaborative environment encompassing a variety of professionals and disciplines committed to one goal in mind; meeting the unique needs of our students.

Why choose Ädelbrook?

Ädelbrook Academy was awarded the 2023 NASET School of Excellence and is an approved provider of the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF).

Plus, we offer these great benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• High quality, affordable health insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Matching retirement savings plan
• Employer paid life insurance
• Partnerships with local universities to offer affordable options to help you pursue furthering your education

What to expect in this role?

The School Social Worker is responsible for the clinical treatment aspects of the program for students at the Academies. The School Social Worker collaborates with administration and appropriate staff, families and external service providers to synthesize the components of treatment into a unified plan. The social worker assists in the development of new programs as requested, and is an active change agent relative to programs in place, insuring that such programs are current with respect to recent research findings and that they serve the needs of a changing population of students with multiple needs. This is a full-time, 219-day, non-exempt position that reports directly to the Director of Education.

A few focus points that makes Ädelbrook stand apart:

• Small classrooms with low student staff ratio
• Interdisciplinary, team-focused, individualized treatment
• Expert behavioral training including Para-Educator certification
• Continuous employee professional development
• Offering Hands-on skills training (PMT and CPR/FA)
• Supportive administrators and certified Staff
• Leadership and growth opportunities

What we are looking for?

• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn and collaborate
• Good communication and demonstrated good judgement
• Ability to establish effective rapport with students, staff and family

Essential Job Requirements:

A master’s degree in social work and Connecticut certification in School Social Work are required (071). A minimum of three years of relevant experience is expected. Skills in the following areas are required: individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and consultation skills. Knowledge of special education and experience working with families is preferred. Connecticut license in social work is a plus. Must participate in agency training that includes, but not limited to, CPR, PMT, mandated reporting, and professional boundaries.

Must have a positive attitude, a track record that reflects sound judgment and a demonstrated ability to establish a rapport with students, colleagues, staff and families from diverse ethnic, economic, educational and religious backgrounds. Must possess a working knowledge of effective behavior management systems and the ability to impart such knowledge to others. A commitment to working positively as part of an interdisciplinary team is required.