SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER

Join Our Team as a School Social Worker!Make a Difference in the Lives of Students and FamiliesAre 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.Position: School Social WorkerLocation: East Allegheny School DistrictSchedule: Full-Time | 10 months School-Year PositionWhat You'll DoAs a School Social Worker, you will play an essential role in supporting student success by:Providing individual, group, and family-based interventions to address social, emotional, and behavioral needsSupporting students through crisis intervention and risk assessmentsCollaborating with teachers, administrators, families, and community partnersParticipating in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetingsAssisting students and families in accessing community resources and support servicesSupporting attendance improvement and student engagement effortsDeveloping and implementing strategies to improve student well-being and school successProviding consultation and professional development to school staff when neededHelping students successfully transition between educational settings and levels of careWhat We OfferCompetitive salarySchool-year schedule with holidays and breaks aligned with the academic calendarComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefitsLife and disability insurance optionsGenerous paid time offRetirement plan with employer contributionProfessional development and continuing education opportunitiesClinical supervision and support for professional growthCollaborative, mission-driven work environmentOpportunities for advancementWhy Join Us?Every day, you'll have the opportunity to positively impact students' lives, strengthen families, and contribute to a healthier school community. If you're looking for a rewarding career where your expertise can make a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you.Apply Today!Help students thrive, support families, and create positive change in schools. Join a team that is committed to excellence, compassion, and student success.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.RequiredMaster's Degree in Social Work (MSW)Active Pennsylvania Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or eligibility for licensureEligible for Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) School Social Worker CertificationStrong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skillsAbility to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary school teamPreferredPDE School Social Worker Certification (Level I or Level II)Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in school or community settingsKnowledge of special education regulations, IEP processes, and school-based mental health services #J-18808-Ljbffr Chestnut Ridge Counseling Services