Long/Short Term Substitute Social Worker: Emotional Support

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 61,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 is seeking a Long/Short Term Substitute Social Worker for emotional support, part-time, in the Burle/Lancaster area. The position supports students and families with behavioral and social needs while coordinating with school and community agencies.

The role requires a Master’s degree in social work, PA School Social Work Certification, and an active LSW or LCSW license. Fieldwork experience is preferred and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work required.
• School Social Work Certification; current license as an LSW or LCSW issued by the Pennsylvania Department of State.
• Field work or internship in social casework.
• Knowledge of school and family systems; ability to collaborate with families of children with disabilities; valid PA driver's license and IU13 Certified Driver status.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between the school, home, and community agency and support students with emotional and social needs.

Education

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Long/Short Term Substitute Social Worker: Emotional Support JobID: 7780

• Position Type:
  Special Ed K-12 Certificated/Licensed Positions/ Long Term Substitute
• Date Posted:
  9/1/2026
• Location:
  BURLE - LANCASTER
• Date Available:
  01/01/2027

Status: Part-time

Schedule: 7.00 Hours/Day (7:30 am-3:00 pm) Monday-Friday: Assignment expected to exceed 90 workdays (if fewer than 90 are worked due to start date, position will be reclassified as short-term sub).

Minimum Daily Salary: $381.48

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The School Social Worker is that professional charged with the responsibility to serve as liaison between the school and home and school and community agency. The School Social Worker reports to the Program Supervisor, of those special education programs, to which assigned.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Education Required: Master's degree in social work

Certification Required: School Social Work Certification; current license as a Social Worker (LSW) or licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) issued by the Pennsylvania Department of State

Experience Required: Field work or internship in social casework situation

Other Qualifications: Knowledge of school system, family system, social agency operation and ability to fit all together. Ability to work with families of children with disabilities in a knowledgeable fashion. Valid State driver's license with a good driving record; Approval as an IU13 Certified Driver