Entry Level School Social Worker Jobs
New grad school social worker jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with their first professional roles in schools, where a strong internship record or field placement can carry more weight than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site positions across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like UNM Hospital, Chimes, and Uncommon Schools hiring at this level now.
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- Position Type:
Student Support Services (Certified)/Social Worker (Certified)
- Date Posted:
8/13/2026
- Location:
John J. Allison, Jr. Polaris Center
- Date Available:
08/31/2026
- Closing Date:
09/27/2026
Long-Term Substitute School Social Worker
Seeking a Long Term Substitute Certified School Social Worker at CREC's John J. Allison Jr. Polaris Center's Clinical Day School, an alternative educational setting in East Hartford. The school serves students in grades K-12 throughout the greater Hartford region who have social-emotional regulation deficits, mental health issues and behavioral challenges. Social workers perform diagnostic evaluations, assist in designing comprehensive treatment and intervention plans; provide individual and group therapy as well as crisis intervention; case management; PPT reports and participation in PPT meetings; act as a liaison with Department of Children and Families, courts, probation and parole departments and other community based providers; review progress of IEP goals and objectives with members of a multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in social work and current CT certification (071) as a School Social Worker.
Must have at least two years of experience in an educational or clinical setting working with behavior-disordered children and/or adolescents.
Requires a high level of knowledge and specialized skills to address complex and multifaceted clinical needs for a diverse student population.
Will consider individuals with a MSW who meet the eligibility criteria for the CT school social worker educator license (071).
Or individuals who meet the following criteria:
• has a BA,
• at least 12 credits in the subject area and
• is enrolled in a state approved program leading to the completion of a CT MSW program.
Minority and bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.To access the job description and salary range please click https://www.crec.org/careers/jobs.php.
- Position Type:
- Position Type:
Student Support Services (Certified)/Social Worker (Certified)
- Date Posted:
8/13/2026
- Location:
John J. Allison, Jr. Polaris Center
- Date Available:
08/31/2026
- Closing Date:
09/27/2026
Long-Term Substitute School Social Worker
Seeking a Long Term Substitute Certified School Social Worker at CREC's John J. Allison Jr. Polaris Center's Clinical Day School, an alternative educational setting in East Hartford. The school serves students in grades K-12 throughout the greater Hartford region who have social-emotional regulation deficits, mental health issues and behavioral challenges. Social workers perform diagnostic evaluations, assist in designing comprehensive treatment and intervention plans; provide individual and group therapy as well as crisis intervention; case management; PPT reports and participation in PPT meetings; act as a liaison with Department of Children and Families, courts, probation and parole departments and other community based providers; review progress of IEP goals and objectives with members of a multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in social work and current CT certification (071) as a School Social Worker.
Must have at least two years of experience in an educational or clinical setting working with behavior-disordered children and/or adolescents.
Requires a high level of knowledge and specialized skills to address complex and multifaceted clinical needs for a diverse student population.
Will consider individuals with a MSW who meet the eligibility criteria for the CT school social worker educator license (071).
Or individuals who meet the following criteria:
• has a BA,
• at least 12 credits in the subject area and
• is enrolled in a state approved program leading to the completion of a CT MSW program.
Minority and bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.To access the job description and salary range please click https://www.crec.org/careers/jobs.php.
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Entry Level School Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level school social worker job?
Most entry level school social worker positions require a Master of Social Work degree and a state school social work license or certification, so verifying your state's requirements early is essential. Employers at this level look closely at supervised field placements, practicum hours, and any internship experience in school or youth settings. Tailoring your resume to highlight student support, crisis intervention, and IEP collaboration skills gives you a clear edge over candidates with generic social work backgrounds.
Which companies hire entry level school social workers?
Companies hiring entry level school social workers right now include UNM Hospital, Chimes, and Uncommon Schools, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Public school districts, charter school networks, and educational staffing agencies tend to post the most openings at this level, particularly for candidates who are newly licensed or completing their first year of post-graduate practice.
Are there remote entry level school social worker jobs?
Yes, though most school social work is on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level school social worker openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with those roles typically focused on telehealth counseling, case coordination, or district-level support rather than daily in-person student services. Candidates open to hybrid arrangements tend to find the widest range of options.
Are these new grad school social worker jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior school social worker roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience and treats completed internships, practicum placements, or a strong portfolio of student casework as equivalent to paid work history. If a posting lists experience as preferred rather than required, it is generally open to new grad applicants.
Which industries hire the most entry level school social workers?
Entry Level school social worker roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because public funding cycles, student enrollment growth, and federal mandates for mental health support in schools consistently create openings for early-career practitioners who are newly licensed and ready to take on caseloads.