School Social Worker

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12 • Chambersburg, PA

7d • $62,011 - $66,511 • Onsite

About The Position

The School Social Worker will work to enhance students' educational progress. This person will provide counseling, instruction, consultation, collaboration, assessments and monitoring services for LIU and/or district designated students, their families and the staff who support them. The School Social Worker will help students benefit from their educational program. The services of the School Social Worker are delivered as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania School Social Worker Educational Specialist Certificate OR Work under an emergency permit and be willing to enroll in a PDE-approved School Social Worker preparation program AND Hold a current LSW or LCSW license.
• Successfully complete an approved School Social Worker preparation program through a college or university and apply for certification through the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) to obtain certification after August 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling, instruction, consultation, collaboration, assessments and monitoring services for LIU and/or district designated students, their families and the staff who support them.
• Help students benefit from their educational program.
• Deliver services as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical insurance available for a nominal premium, plus free dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life Insurance at No Cost: All full-time professional staff receive a $45,000 life insurance policy at no cost.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, including three counseling sessions per person, per year.
• Income Protection: Short-term and long-term disability coverage available.
• Retirement Benefits: Participation in the Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
• Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center: Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+). No copays or deductibles for services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan.
• Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility: LIU employment may qualify you for federal Student Loan Forgiveness Programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level