SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER
Chestnut Ridge Counseling Services, Inc.•North Versailles, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Join Our Team as a School Social Worker! Make a Difference in the Lives of Students and Families. Are you a compassionate, dedicated social worker who is passionate about helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally? We are seeking a School Social Worker to join our school-based behavioral health team and provide vital support services to students, families, and school communities.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)
- Active Pennsylvania Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or eligibility for licensure
- Eligible for Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) School Social Worker Certification
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary school team
- Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain all required clearances, including FBI Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Clearance, and Mandated Reporter Training certification.
Nice To Haves
- PDE School Social Worker Certification (Level I or Level II)
- Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in school or community settings
- Knowledge of special education regulations, IEP processes, and school-based mental health services
Responsibilities
- Providing individual, group, and family-based interventions to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs
- Supporting students through crisis intervention and risk assessments
- Collaborating with teachers, administrators, families, and community partners
- Participating in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings
- Assisting students and families in accessing community resources and support services
- Supporting attendance improvement and student engagement efforts
- Developing and implementing strategies to improve student well-being and school success
- Providing consultation and professional development to school staff when needed
- Helping students successfully transition between educational settings and levels of care
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- School-year schedule with holidays and breaks aligned with the academic calendar
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Life and disability insurance options
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Clinical supervision and support for professional growth
- Collaborative, mission-driven work environment
- Opportunities for advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
