School-Based Social Worker: Student Wellness & Support

Care Options For Kids; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

CEUs

Referral program

Online clinician community

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is currently hiring a School Social Worker for our Northeast Philadelphia school-based team. The role focuses on supporting students’ emotional, social, and behavioral well-being during daytime hours, collaborating with educators, families, and community partners to ensure coordinated support.

The ideal candidate holds an MSW or higher, is licensed (LCSW), and has experience in school settings, with strong organizational and communication skills to handle confidential

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Active state license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Experience working with children or in school-based settings.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support student well-being and school success through social work interventions.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and community agencies to coordinate supports.
• Respond to crises and provide coping skills to students.
• Promote social-emotional growth and resilience within the school environment.

Skills

School-based experience

Crisis response

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

MSW or higher

LCSW license

Job description

Care Options for Kids is currently hiring a School Social Worker for our Northeast Philadelphia school-based team. The role focuses on supporting students’ emotional, social, and behavioral well-being during daytime hours, collaborating with educators, families, and community partners to ensure coordinated support.

The ideal candidate holds an MSW or higher, is licensed (LCSW), and has experience in school settings, with strong organizational and communication skills to handle confidential