Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Job at The Spire School, Darien, CT

SnRGNFRmUDVndW10MWVjM2VlT3NVOXFjNEE9PQ==
  • The Spire School
  • Darien, CT

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

At The Spire School, we provide therapeutic education for college-bound students in grades 6–12. Guided by values of wellness, resilience, and individualized support, we empower students to overcome challenges and reach their potential. Join our team and make an impact that lasts.

As a Social Worker at the Spire School, you'll provide therapeutic, school-based support that helps students in grades 6 to 12 build resilience, strengthen relationships, and engage meaningfully in their education.

You will join a collaborative, mission-driven team focused on whole-student growth. This role blends clinical expertise with educational partnership, ensuring each student’s therapeutic needs align with their academic journey. Your work will directly support individualized learning plans and contribute to a structured, supportive school environment grounded in evidence-based care.

What You’ll Need

  • Connecticut School Social Worker certification 071 and active LCSW credential

  • At least 3 years of post-licensure experience and 2 years with middle or high school students

  • Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and special education processes

  • Experience using evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, or MI

  • Strong collaboration, communication, and crisis intervention skills

  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach that support a small team environment

What You’ll Do

  • Deliver individual, group, and family therapy aligned with IEP goals and student needs

  • Provide crisis intervention and ongoing therapeutic support to promote stability and engagement

  • Collaborate with educators, families, and providers to support student progress and well-being

  • Develop and lead psychoeducational groups, social skills programming, and summer therapy sessions

  • Contribute to IEP development, admissions evaluations, and multidisciplinary team meetings

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

  • 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

The Spire School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.

Job Tags

Summer work, Immediate start

Similar Jobs

Chemik Healthcare Services

Experienced Pediatric LVN/RN-Overnight Job at Chemik Healthcare Services

 ...nurse with pediatric experience who is comfortable providing care in a home setting. Schedule: ~ Overnight shifts ~32 hours per week (Monday Wednesday) Requirements: Active LVN or RN license in the state of Texas Ventilator Certification OR verifiable... 

Law Office Of Francis R Henriquez A

Law Office Receptionist Clerk 5 Years'' experience needed Job at Law Office Of Francis R Henriquez A

 ...Job Description Job Description Our law firm is seeking for a receptionist to perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks for a medium-...  ...and intakes organized using our custom made phone log & office file location Perform other clerical receptionist duties... 

Mission Health

Nurse Extern Medical Surgical PRN Job at Mission Health

 ...leading healthcare provider based in Asheville, NC, is seeking a Nurse Extern for our Medical Surgical unit on a PRN basis. In this role, you...  ...adult and geriatric patients with a wide range of medical and post-surgical conditions. As an integral member of our collaborative... 

IntelyCare

FORENSIC NURSE EXAMINER RN Job at IntelyCare

 ...Forensic Nurse Examiner RN Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 327-bed hospital and outpatient facilities... 

Innovance

Production Assistant Job at Innovance

 ...manufacturing companies committed to making our OEM customers products better. About Lou-Rich Lou-Rich is a fully integrated contract...  ...tooling and procedures where tolerances are close. Assist lower-level operators to develop skills and to produce production...