Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

River Rock Academy; Red Lion (York County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Gym discounts

Mindfulness apps

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

HSA contributions

Job summary

River Rock Academy in York County, PA seeks a Licensed Social Worker to support students facing behavioral and academic challenges. You will guide intake, provide counseling, and collaborate with families and school teams to create lasting positive change.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed practices, strong communication, and case management. You’ll document sessions, participate in meetings, and coordinate with community partners to help students thrive.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, behavioral health, or related field with PA licensure.
• 3–5 years of experience supporting youth in educational or behavioral health settings.
• Knowledge of PA Department of Education regulations and student support services.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices.

Responsibilities

• Guide students through intake, orientation, and goal setting.
• Provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and case management.
• Document all sessions and communications using the school’s systems and complete progress reports.
• Lead and participate in review meetings, communications for attendance, progress, and discharge planning.
• Work with families, community agencies, and school partners to coordinate supports.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Trauma-informed practices

Culturally responsive

Education

Master's degree in counseling/psychology/social work/behavioral health

Job description

At River Rock Academy, we provide specialized education and counseling for students facing behavioral and academic challenges. Guided by values of growth, resilience, and empowerment, we help students find the internal power to succeed. Join us and help students create brighter futures.

As a Licensed Social Worker at River Rock Academy, you’ll help students develop new skills and reach their goals by building strong relationships and providing support through life’s challenges. You’ll collaborate with families, school districts, and a multidisciplinary team to create positive, lasting change for every student.

What You’ll Need

• Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related field and current Pennsylvania certification or licensure as a School Counselor, School Psychologist, School Social Worker, LSW, LCSW, LPC, NCC, Licensed Psychologist, Psychiatrist, or equivalent credential

• Three to five years of experience supporting youth in educational, behavioral health, mental health, or human services settings

• Knowledge of Pennsylvania Department of Education regulations, student support services, behavioral interventions, and mental health systems

• Strong communication, relationship-building, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, districts, and multidisciplinary teams

• Commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices, including the ability to identify student triggers, implement de‑escalation strategies, and foster positive student relationships

What You’ll Do

• Guide students through intake, orientation, and goal setting as they begin at River Rock Academy

• Provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and case management for assigned students

• Document all sessions, communications, and interventions using the school’s systems and complete required progress reports

• Lead and participate in review meetings, prepare and send communications for student attendance, progress, and discharge planning

• Work closely with families, community agencies, and school partners to coordinate supports and help students transition successfully

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

River Rock Academy 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 [e-mail].