School Social Worker - Wilkes Barre, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of students as a licensed School Social Worker for the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year. This full-time opportunity spans from now through June 2027 and is based in the greater Wilkes Barre area. You'll work within a dedicated team of three School Social Workers, each serving a focused age range with elementary and/or all-age emotional support and autism support caseloads.

What We're Looking For:

• Active and valid School Social Worker license (required—must be school-specific, not general social work licensure)
• Previous experience in school settings, especially with special education or emotional/autism support populations, is preferred
• Strong ability to support social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students K-4, K-2, or K-12
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate closely with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams
• Compassionate, flexible, and able to adapt in a dynamic educational environment
• Ability to manage confidential student information with professionalism and care

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to students within your assigned grade band (K-4, K-2, or K-12 ES/AS)
• Develop and implement strategies to address students’ social, emotional, and behavioral goals
• Participate actively in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions
• Coordinate with teachers, families, and external specialists to promote a holistic approach to student well-being
• Maintain accurate student records, documentation, and required reports

Why You'll Love This Position:

• Build relationships with students and families, making a lasting difference in the school community
• Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday (35-37.5 hours per week), provides consistency and work-life balance
• Grow professionally in a supportive, mission-driven environment

Ready to inspire positive change and foster resilience in students? Submit your application today and step into a fulfilling role for the 2026-2027 school year!

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