School Social Worker

Cross Country Education; Cozad (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage including Medical, • D

401(k) match

22.5-hour school schedule

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Social Worker for Reading, PA to support elementary students in grades 3-5 with behavioral, emotional, and social needs during the 2026-2027 school year. You will collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to help students navigate challenges and succeed.

Responsibilities include delivering counseling, crisis support, and case management, while maintaining clear documentation and communicating progress.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related qualifying field.
• Valid PDE Certification in School Social Work, School Counseling, or as a School-Based Licensed Professional Counselor.
• Experience supporting elementary students in grades 3-5 with behavioral, emotional, social, or mental health needs; experience in a structured intervention program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver counseling, social-emotional support, and behavioral interventions to elementary students in grades 3-5.
• Provide crisis support, behavior intervention, and case management services.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and outside service providers to coordinate individualized student support.
• Maintain documentation and communicate student needs, progress, and support strategies with the team.

Skills

Counseling

Social-emotional support

Behavioral interventions

Crisis intervention

Education

MSW or related field

PDE Certification in School Social Work/School Counseling/School-Based LPC

Job description

Put your passion for supporting children into action and empower students to succeed! Join Cross Country Education as a School Social Worker in Reading, PA, and collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to help elementary students navigate behavioral, emotional, and social challenges throughout the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Overview

• Deliver counseling, social-emotional support, and behavioral interventions to elementary students in grades 3-5 with a range of behavioral, emotional, social, and mental health needs.
• Provide crisis support, behavior intervention, and case management services to promote student well-being and success.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education teams, families, and outside service providers to coordinate individualized student support.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and communicate student needs, progress, and support strategies with relevant team members.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related qualifying field
• Valid Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Certification inSchool Social Work, School Counseling, or as a School-Based Licensed Professional Counselor
• Experience supporting elementary students in grades 3-5, particularly those with behavioral, emotional, social, and/or mental health needs; experience in a structured intervention program preferred

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $40.00 - $52.30 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Social Worker, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy a predictable 22.5-hour school schedule, paid sick leave, and the potential for the position to grow into a full-time opportunity.

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2