School Social Worker

lincoln intermediate unit 12; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Life Insurance at No Cost

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

Income Protection

Retirement Benefits

Exclusive Health & Wellness Center

Job summary

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12 in Pennsylvania seeks a School Social Worker to support students' educational progress. The position involves counseling, instruction, consultation, collaboration, assessments and monitoring as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualified applicants have a Master's in social work, PA School Social Worker Certification or eligible for PDE-approved preparation, and an LSW or LCSW license.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work is required.
• PA School Social Worker Certification or enrollment in PDE-approved program is required.
• Current PA license as LSW or LCSW is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling, instruction, consultation, and collaboration to students and families.
• Perform assessments and ongoing monitoring for LIU and district-designated students, families, and staff.
• Work as a member of a multidisciplinary team to support students’ educational progress.
• Help students benefit from the educational program through supportive services.

Skills

Social Work experience

Counseling

Education

Master's degree in social work

PA School Social Worker Certification or eligible for PDE-approved program

PA LSW/LCSW license

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12

• Position Type:
  Professional/ School Social Worker
  
• Date Posted:
  11/3/2026
  
• Date Available:
  Immediate Opening
  
• Closing Date:
  11/15/2026
  

Program: Pupil Personnel Services

Description: The School Social Worker will work to enhance students' educational progress. This person will provide counseling, instruction, consultation, collaboration, assessments and monitoring services for LIU and/or district designated students, their families and the staff who support them. The School Social Worker will help students benefit from their educational program. The services of the School Social Worker are delivered as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in social work

Valid PA School Social Worker Educational Specialist Certificate, or work under an emergency permit and be willing to enroll in a PA Department of Education (PDE)-approved School Social Worker preparation program

Current Pennsylvania Department of State issued license as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Three (3) years' experience in Social Work or related field, preferred

Terms of Employment: Full-time, 190 days/year, (Follows the Traditional School Year Schedule)

Salary: Bachelors Degree starting minimum: $62,011.15+
Master's Degree starting minimum (up to 44 credits):$66,511.15+
(higher placement available for master's degrees with 45+ credits), plus excellent benefits.

The LIU offers an exceptional benefits package for eligible employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
  Medical insurance available for anominal premium, plusfreedental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life Insurance at No Cost:
  All full-time professional staff receive a$45,000 life insurance policyat no cost.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, includingthree counseling sessions per person, per year.
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick days and Personal days each year.
• Income Protection:
  Short-term and long-term disability coverage available.
• Retirement Benefits:
  Participation in thePublic School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
• Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center:
  Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+).
  No copays or deductiblesfor services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan.
  Learn more: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/